in-crowd
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of in-crowd
First recorded in 1965–70
Example Sentences
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Typically, this is when Hollywood holds its most glitzy parties and nominee luncheons for the in-crowd, while a slew of sprawling awards shows dot the calendar almost every weekend until the Oscars ceremony in March.
From Salon ● Jan. 14, 2025
“Shopping at Erewhon and buying Kin makes you a part of a certain in-crowd, and people are seeking belonging.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 25, 2024
Hardly anyone feels like they’re in with the in-crowd.
From New York Times ● Mar. 25, 2022
To be part of an in-crowd scandalized!!! by a disliked outsider’s behavior is a form of relief and release.
From Washington Post ● Sep. 12, 2021
Looking back today, what Denise Bombardier recalls most about the exchange is the scathing reception she then got from the Paris literary in-crowd.
From BBC ● Jan. 18, 2020
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