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
Stacy may have crushed on him first, but the sensible, lower-key Lydia has attracted him and can’t help but savor her newfound popularity with the elusive in-crowd.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 25, 2023
In 1978’s “Grease,” she starred as the virginal Sandy Olsson, the new girl at Rydell High School circa 1959, taunted by the in-crowd for her shyness and prim apparel.
From Washington Post ● Aug. 9, 2022
Hardly anyone feels like they’re in with the in-crowd.
From New York Times ● Mar. 25, 2022
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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