follow the wind
The phrase "follow the wind" can be used both literally and metaphorically to describe adapting to external conditions or moving in the same direction as the wind.
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Definition
B2General
(idiomatic, metaphorical)To adapt to changing circumstances or be guided by external factors rather than sticking to a fixed plan.
Example
- In a rapidly changing market, successful companies must follow the wind to stay competitive.
C1Fishing
(technical)To fish in the direction the wind is blowing, often because the wind carries food sources that attract fish.
Example
- Experienced anglers know to follow the wind to find the best fishing spots.
B1Literal
(literal)To move or travel in the same direction as the wind.
Example
- The leaves followed the wind, swirling down the street.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "follow the wind":
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