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Synonyms

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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Horror fans and those who like to be in the know must see it, though if you’re a scaredy-cat, maybe watch this one during the day.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 26, 2026

The best way to stay in the know is to follow nominations as they’re revealed in real time Wednesday.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 7, 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

She pushes open the kitchen door and Francis is not-so-casually hanging out by the staircase, trying to stay in the know but also keep back so he doesn’t have to shame or punish a Decker.

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

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