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icymi
What does icymi mean?
Stands for 'in case you missed it,' used to re-share news or a post for people who weren't around the first time.
"ICYMI: the deadline got pushed to Friday."
Origin
A social media and newsletter convention shortening 'in case you missed it,' built to recirculate content in fast-moving feeds. It became standard during the Twitter era.
Frequently asked questions
What does ICYMI mean on social media?
It means 'in case you missed it,' used to re-share something for people who didn't see it the first time. It's common in recaps and newsletters.
Is ICYMI only for old posts?
Mostly, yes — it's used to resurface earlier content, but the gap can be hours or weeks. The point is catching people up.
How do you use ICYMI?
Put it at the start of a post or message before the thing you're re-sharing, like 'ICYMI, the event got rescheduled.'
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