in the know

phrase

Synonyms of in the knownext
: in possession of exclusive knowledge or information
broadly : well-informed

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With its high design, beach club and scenery rooftop, La Roqqa is set to become a hive of beautiful Italians and in the know travelers who want the sexiness of the riviera without the masses. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026 Combining three of the season's biggest trends -- slouching, croc embossing and suede -- this boot is sure to grace the feet of the most stylish shoe lovers in the know. ABC News, 2 Sep. 2026 And out-of-towners likely appreciate the tips and suggestions from someone in the know. Eric Thomas, Sun Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2026 However, sources in the know, tell me Paramount has a longtime pre-Skydance standard two-year payout cap for employees and that this was part of the deal that attorney Kaufman helped put together for Aronson earlier in 2025. Dominic Patten, Deadline, 21 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in the know

Word History

First Known Use

1883, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of in the know was in 1883

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“In the know.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20the%20know. Accessed 13 Sep. 2026.

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