Get wind of something
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Casual Expression
Used in informal contexts, often in conversation rather than in formal writing. 
When I got wind of the surprise party, I pretended to know nothing.
Pro Tip 2/3Often Unintended
'Get wind of' implies learning something not meant to be known or revealed yet. 
She got wind of the merger before it was announced publicly.
Pro Tip 3/3Secretive Origins
The phrase evokes a sense of hearing whispers or overheard information. 
John got wind of his surprise birthday party and ruined the secret.