noun
tailwind; fair wind; favorable wind
A wind blowing in the same direction as one's movement, making travel easier. Often used literally in weather, sailing, and cycling contexts.
今日は追い風で、自転車が楽に進む。
With the tailwind today, cycling is easy.
船は
The ship left the harbor with a fair wind.
noun
favorable condition; advantageous situation
Figurative use: a situation or trend that works in one's favor, like a tailwind pushing one forward. Common in business, politics, and sports commentary.
景気回復の追い風で、売り上げが伸びた。
Sales grew thanks to the tailwind of economic recovery.
彼の新作は、映画賞の追い風もあって大ヒットした。
His new work became a huge hit, helped by the tailwind of film awards.