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willow in the wind

idiom
Meaning

One whose views are easily and regularly changed by the persuasion or influence of others.


Examples
SIMPLE

He is a willow in the wind and changes his mind constantly.

CONTEXTUAL

You cannot rely on his opinion because he acts like a willow in the wind whenever someone challenges him.

COMPLEX

Lacking any firm convictions or moral backbone, the politician swayed like a willow in the wind, adopting whatever position would best secure his reelection.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    as the wind blows

    According to any given circumstances.

  2. 02

    break wind

    To expel gases generated during digestion, especially through the anus; to fart.

  3. 03

    candle in the wind

    A fragile or vulnerable thing, likely to be put in jeopardy.

  4. 04

    finger to the wind

    An attention to or focus on or awareness of current or prevailing trends, public opinion, or shifting circumstances.

  5. 05

    four sheets to the wind

    Extremely drunk.

  6. 06

    get the wind up

    To become frightened or disturbed.

  7. 07

    get wind

    To be divulged; to become public.

  8. 08

    get wind in one's jaws

    To have too much to say; talk too much; run at the mouth; to speak one's mind or voice one's opinion about a matter; blabber

Last updated April 17, 2026