candle in the wind
idiomA fragile or vulnerable thing, likely to be put in jeopardy.
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as the wind blows
According to any given circumstances.
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break wind
To expel gases generated during digestion, especially through the anus; to fart.
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burn the candle at both ends
To work hard night and day; to sleep late and wake up early; to overwork or overexert oneself.
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candle
Indicates how high or low church something is by height on the candle.
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finger to the wind
An attention to or focus on or awareness of current or prevailing trends, public opinion, or shifting circumstances.
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four sheets to the wind
Extremely drunk.
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get the wind up
To become frightened or disturbed.
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get wind
To be divulged; to become public.