🌬️ catch wind of
Concrete Meaning
To hear a rumor or find out a secret piece of information that was meant to be kept hidden.
💬 Context & Examples
Used when discussing leaked information, company secrets, or surprise plans that were accidentally discovered.
- "If the press catches wind of this scandal, the CEO will be forced to resign."
- "I caught wind of the surprise party they were planning for me, so I had to pretend to be shocked."
🧠 Pattern Challenge
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How does the physical wind carry things?
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The wind silently and invisibly carries scents, sounds, or objects across long distances. Metaphorically, a secret is carried through the air via rumors until it reaches someone's ears.