wind in
Example Sentences
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Rising oil prices are putting wind in the sails of oil and gas companies — but only for so long.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026
At the same time, the Dutch state has ambitious plans for more offshore wind in the North Sea.
From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026
Even in the adrenaline-fueled shipping industry, billionaire George Prokopiou has long been renowned for sailing close to the wind in pursuit of profit.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026
In another scene, she chases a lovelorn boy to the roof of a local building, remaining there to enjoy the view and the wind in her hair after he’s descended.
From Salon • Feb. 4, 2026
‘And hold to your purpose! North with the wind in the left eye and a blessing on your footsteps! Make haste while the Sun shines!’
From "The Fellowship of the Ring" by J.R.R. Tolkien
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