The strange noise in the dark got the wind up.
get the wind up
idiomTo become frightened or disturbed.
When the boss started asking questions about the missing files, the employees really got the wind up.
The sudden silence in the forest got the wind up, as the travelers sensed they were being watched by something unseen.
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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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can't get enough
Greatly enjoys; likes a lot.
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candle in the wind
A fragile or vulnerable thing, likely to be put in jeopardy.
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could not get elected dogcatcher
Said of someone, particularly a politician, who is extremely unpopular.
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don't get someone started
Used to attempt to avoid or abbreviate a discussion that speaker or hearer may wish to avoid.
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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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five will get you ten
I strongly believe.