in the know

phrase

: in possession of exclusive knowledge or information

broadly : well-informed

Examples of in the know in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

That’s when the current collective bargaining agreement between players and owners expires — and folks in the know fully expect a lockout. — Tyler Estep, AJC.com, 9 Oct. 2026

Over the course of nearly two decades, Sherri McMullen’s Sacramento Street independent boutique became a favorite shopping destination for those in the know. — Air Mail, 3 Oct. 2026

This 1819 Georgian mansion is right in town, just five minutes to the University of Virginia and seconds from some of the best antiquing and shopping in the area (including Kenny Ball Antiques and Helen Storey Antiques, for those in the know). — Heather Bien, Southern Living, 26 Sep. 2026

Leopard is a classic, of course, but style lovers in the know are expanding their animal print repertoire to create a new classic with the motif. — Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 23 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1883, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for in the know

• afterglow
• akimbo
• albino
• aliquot
• allegro
• amigo
• apropos
• audio
• bungalow
• calico
• calypso
• cameo