The organizers had to wind off the sailing race today.
wind off
idiomTo cancel (an event) due to high wind speeds.
Because the gale force winds were too dangerous, the committee decided to wind off the outdoor concert.
Although the festival was highly anticipated, the sudden arrival of a severe storm forced the officials to wind off the final day of events.
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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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candle in the wind
A fragile or vulnerable thing, likely to be put in jeopardy.
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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.
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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