: useful information concerning a subject of interest (such as an enemy) : intelligence
Fresh and accurate intel would result in successful operations.—
Darryl Young
Darryl YoungThe airlines crave intel on your food allergies, your tolerance for G-forces and your propensity for air rage.—McKenzie Funk
—often used before another nounMcKenzie Funkintel data
an intel briefing
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Another bettor on Kalshi put down $500,000 on Lady Gaga appearing, prompting accusations online that someone may have been cashing in on confidential intel.
—Bobby Allyn, NPR, 17 Feb. 2026
By Ramsey Qubein January 31, 2022 As the most discerning, up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel, Condé Nast Traveler is the global citizen’s bible and muse, offering both inspiration and vital intel.
—Rachel Morris, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Feb. 2026
While the White House may not have been privy to such intel, Congress has.
—Kathryn Palmer, USA Today, 16 Feb. 2026
After the death of his twin brother, Jake Sully (Sam Worthington) participates in the program to get closer to the Na'vi on Pandora and provide intel on the species' resources.
—Sergio Pereira, Space.com, 14 Feb. 2026
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Bobby Allyn, NPR, 17 Feb. 2026
By Ramsey Qubein January 31, 2022 As the most discerning, up-to-the-minute voice in all things travel, Condé Nast Traveler is the global citizen’s bible and muse, offering both inspiration and vital intel.
—Rachel Morris, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Feb. 2026
While the White House may not have been privy to such intel, Congress has.
—Kathryn Palmer, USA Today, 16 Feb. 2026
After the death of his twin brother, Jake Sully (Sam Worthington) participates in the program to get closer to the Na'vi on Pandora and provide intel on the species' resources.
—Sergio Pereira, Space.com, 14 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for intel
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“Intel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/intel. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.
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