as in contact
a person who belongs to a group or organization and has special knowledge about it
Political insiders say that she is planning to run for president. The book gives fans an insider's view of Hollywood.
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Recent Examples of insider
Maybe so—and a coming wave of insider stories attesting to Weiss’s difficulties in asserting her authority strikes me as the most inevitable outcome of this affair.
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Jon Allsop, New Yorker, 6 Oct. 2025
While their recent encounter marked a hopeful step forward, royal insiders caution that a long road lies ahead before full reconciliation is likely.
—Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 6 Oct. 2025
These insider travel tips can help.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2025
Many industry insiders expect Nike to make a complete recovery, but larger macroeconomic challenges will make a tough turnaround that much harder.
—Gabrielle Fonrouge, CNBC, 6 Oct. 2025
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Jon Allsop, New Yorker, 6 Oct. 2025
While their recent encounter marked a hopeful step forward, royal insiders caution that a long road lies ahead before full reconciliation is likely.
—Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 6 Oct. 2025
These insider travel tips can help.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2025
Many industry insiders expect Nike to make a complete recovery, but larger macroeconomic challenges will make a tough turnaround that much harder.
—Gabrielle Fonrouge, CNBC, 6 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for insider
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There is no evidence that hemorrhagic disease can spread to humans, through contact or consumption.—
Kirsten Fiscus,
Nashville Tennessean,
5 Oct. 2025
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If trapped by moving water, seek the highest possible point and contact emergency services by calling 911.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Oct. 2025
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Bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are full of flavor and are often budget-friendly.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Oct. 2025
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Using masks or leave-ins instead of a classic conditioner is best for your hair.—
Talia Gutierrez,
Glamour,
30 Sep. 2025
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“Insider.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/insider. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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