ɪn ðə luːp
Business
informal
beginner
- Literally:
- Inside a circular path or connection
What does "in the loop" mean?
- Included in the flow of information
- Kept informed about developments
Examples
- Please keep me in the loop on any updates.
- She made sure to stay in the loop during her vacation.
- I wasn't in the loop about the changes.
Origin
From computer programming and electronics where a 'loop' is a connected circuit. Being in the loop means being part of the information flow.
How to use it
Very common in business contexts. Often used with 'keep' or 'stay.'
Similar expressions
informed
in the know
up to date
Opposites
out of the loop
uninformed
left out
Related idioms
- on the same page
In agreement or having the same understanding
- cut to the chase
To get to the point without wasting time
- hit the ground running
To start a new job or activity with immediate effectiveness
- the bottom line
The most important point or factor
- get up to speed
To become fully informed about a situation
- think outside the box
To think creatively and unconventionally
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