Idiom idiom
in the air
Meaning
A feeling or idea that is spreading among people, or a sense that something is about to happen.
Examples
“There is excitement in the air today.”
“After the long winter, you can feel a sense of change in the air as spring arrives.”
“A palpable tension was in the air as the committee members waited for the final decision to be announced.”
Last updated April 22, 2026