INFORM (ON) Synonyms: 21 Similar and Opposite Words

inform (on)

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Definition of inform (on)

as in to tell (on)

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Last year, the Pentagon attempted to impose major restrictions on journalists working inside the Pentagon, which, in turn, led most news outlets to turn in their access badges and walk out rather than agree to the new rules.

— ABC News, ABC News, 23 July 2026
The Mets entered this season overhauling a roster that choked away the best record in the league last summer, which turned in a league-high $329 million payroll.

— Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 23 July 2026

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