General
in the loop
What does in the loop mean?
Being part of the group that is aware of what is happening on a topic.
"Keep me in the loop on any changes to the timeline."
Origin
Idiom from communication circuits/loops; standard office usage.
Frequently asked questions
What does in the loop mean?
It means being part of the group that's kept informed about what's happening on a topic.
How do you use in the loop in a sentence?
For example, 'Keep me in the loop,' meaning make sure I stay informed of any updates.
What's the opposite of in the loop?
'Out of the loop', meaning unaware of or excluded from what's going on.
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