Catch wind of Meaning in English
expression
التعريف
To hear about something, often secretly or before it becomes widely known, especially through rumors or gossip.
الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة
This is an informal, idiomatic expression used mostly in conversation or writing with a casual tone. It refers to learning information, especially gossip or secrets, not simply hearing ordinary news. Often appears as 'If they catch wind of this, there will be trouble.' Do not use it for official or formal contexts.
جمل نموذجية
If the press catches wind of the story, it will be everywhere soon.
basic
She was surprised to catch wind of the news before anyone else.
basic
Nobody should catch wind of our surprise party.
basic
Word travels fast—once people catch wind of something, everyone talks.
natural
I don't know how you caught wind of my plans, but now the secret's out.
natural
If the boss catches wind of our idea, she might actually like it.
natural