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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
Another insider told the outlet that while Prince William has a lot of influence on policy, that doesn’t extend to Harry.
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Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 17 Apr. 2025
This level of physical engagement from a non-professional wrestler immediately drew significant scrutiny from fans and industry insiders alike.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Apr. 2025
The intimate party began around midnight, and Justin arrived around 1:30 a.m, says an insider.
—Brianne Tracy, People.com, 15 Apr. 2025
Mauro Nanni’s forfeiture judgment stemming from insider profits was $180,328.
—Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 31 Mar. 2025
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Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 17 Apr. 2025
This level of physical engagement from a non-professional wrestler immediately drew significant scrutiny from fans and industry insiders alike.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Apr. 2025
The intimate party began around midnight, and Justin arrived around 1:30 a.m, says an insider.
—Brianne Tracy, People.com, 15 Apr. 2025
Mauro Nanni’s forfeiture judgment stemming from insider profits was $180,328.
—Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 31 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for insider
Noun
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Kids' eyesight is getting worse: Special contact lenses may be the answer.—
Terry Collins,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025
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The key evaluation for Gorman will be his contact rate.—
Katie Woo,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2025
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The interior is half taken up by the kitchen, plus an ordering counter and brief, shallow ledges for eating-in.—
Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2025
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18 Apr. 2025
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“Insider.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/insider. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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