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in the know

Idioms  
  1. Privy to special or secret information, as in Not too many people are in the know about this project. [Late 1800s]


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Customers are drawn, at least in part, to the idea of a place accessible only to those in the know.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Sign up now to be the first in the know.

From Barron's • Mar. 1, 2026

But for those in the know, it has been just a matter of time.

From BBC • Feb. 15, 2026

Sign up now to be the first in the know, and receive the inaugural edition.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 6, 2026

“It’s her,” Victor tells Andrea, turning to her as if she’s in the know.

From "They Both Die at the End" by Adam Silvera

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