Gone with the Wind

What Does "Gone with the Wind" Mean?

"Gone with the wind" is an English idiom, referring to something that has disappeared or been lost without a trace, often used humorously or poetically.

Examples in Sentences

Here are three examples of the idiom "gone with the wind" used in a sentence:

• Her patience had gone with the wind after waiting for hours in the traffic jam.
• The documents were supposed to be here, but it seems they've gone with the wind.
• They searched everywhere for their missing keys, but it was as if they had gone with the wind.

What Is an Idiom?

An idiom is a commonly used expression whose meaning does not relate to the literal meaning of its words. In other words, if you were to translate "Gone with the Wind" word for word, there is no guarantee the translation would help you to understand the meaning.

An idiom often includes a cultural or historical context that makes it difficult for non-native English speakers to understand. A phrase is classified as an idiom when a direct translation of the words does not reveal the meaning. Most idioms rely on shared knowledge or experiences known only to a specific community.

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