in\ the\ know

in\ the\ know
adj. phr. informal
Knowing about things that most people do not know about; knowing secrets or understanding a special subject.

Tina helped Professor Smith make some of the exam questions, and she felt important to be in the know.

In a print shop, Mr. Harvey is in the know, but in a kitchen he can't even cook an egg.

Compare: get wise Contrast: in the dark

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