Meaning: Something insignificant, ineffective, or fleeting; an action or effort that has little to no impact or lasting effect.
Usage in Example Sentences:
- “His apology was like a fart in the wind—nobody took it seriously.”
- “That protest felt like a fart in the wind; nothing is going to change.”
- “All their efforts to fix the system were just farts in the wind, completely unnoticed.”
Origin:
This phrase derives its humor and vividness from the idea of something as intangible and transient as a fart being quickly dispersed by the wind, leaving no trace. It conveys futility, suggesting that the action or statement in question is both ineffectual and quickly forgotten.
Tone:
The phrase is informal, crude, and often used humorously or sarcastically.
