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IDK

American  

abbreviation

  1. I don't know.


Etymology

Origin of IDK

From its use in digital communications

Example Sentences

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“Pitchers use it as mechanism to stay locked in during games. It burns like crazy and IDK why some guys thinks it helps them but in no way is it `sticky.’

From Seattle Times • Oct. 9, 2022

Roku unveiled its plans for the new IDK at its online developer summit this week.

From The Verge • Oct. 29, 2021

Val must rank as the actress’ most unexpected role since, IDK, Planes—the Cars spinoff in which she voiced a French racing plane.

From Slate • Apr. 16, 2021

Performing at his first sold-out show in the DMV, IDK seemed to relish the experience, surveying the crowd and breathing in its energy.

From Washington Post • Nov. 30, 2019

IDK y’all ... this year for Halloween I decided to not wear a costume 😓

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 1, 2019