Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

a second wind

idiom

/ə ˈsɛk.ənd wɪnd/

Definition

A renewed burst of energy or strength after a period of fatigue or tiredness.

Examples

After running for an hour, she felt a second wind and sprinted to the finish line.
During the long meeting, the coffee break gave everyone a second wind.
He hit a wall halfway through his workout, but he found a second wind and finished strong.

Meaning

The term ‘a second wind’ refers to the phenomenon where someone feels a sudden increase in energy, often after a previous decline in stamina, allowing them to continue or enhance their efforts, especially in physical activities.