slang
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as in info
a report of recent events or facts not previously known received a call from their daughter, who excitedly gave them the 411 on all that had happened to her since arriving on campus

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2
as in scoop
information not generally available to the public a guide that will give you the 411 on what's hot and what's not

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Noun
  • For more info: CBS News GAMES: Candy Land, the game that still hits a sweet spot For the last 75 years, generations have taken turns weaving through a rainbow road, surrounded by all things candy.
    David Morgan July 11, CBS News, 11 July 2025
  • Tickets for all new shows will go on sale July 11 at 10 a.m. local time with full info available on Heart’s website.
    Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 8 July 2025
Noun
  • Beneath the blazer of her power suit, Queen Letizia wore a white shirt with a rounded, scoop neckline.
    Julia Teti, Footwear News, 11 July 2025
  • Last week, the Times credited Lasker by his online name, Crémieux, for his role in a scoop about the New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani.
    Ali Breland, The Atlantic, 9 July 2025
Noun
  • We, in collaboration with our partners, store and/or access information on a user's device, including but not limited to IP addresses, unique identifiers, and browsing data stored in cookies, in order to process personal data.
    Walden Green, Pitchfork, 11 July 2025
  • Fox News Digital has reached out to the Seattle Police Department for information about the shooting.
    Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 10 July 2025
Noun
  • The curved tip targets tricky spots, like under my eyes and jawline.
    WIRED, Wired News, 8 July 2025
  • My tip is to go beyond internet research—personally connect with potential clients to understand their mission-critical needs.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
Noun
  • Contrary to advance rumors, the film is not a musical, as such, although Sarsgaard conceded that there are some dance routines.
    Damon Wise, Deadline, 7 July 2025
  • Expect to continue hearing rumors surrounding McLaurin heading towards the start of the 2025 season.
    Evan Massey, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 July 2025
Noun
  • There are plenty of resources and books dedicated to Japanese etiquette, and a basic understanding of politeness and punctuality are integral to Japanese life that should be adhered to throughout your time in Japan.
    Michelle Gross, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
  • The holiday flick follows Tina's accountant, Mia, whose life takes a fairy-tale turn when a handsome local, who uncannily resembles the hero of her favorite book, enters her world unexpectedly.
    Samantha Stutsman, People.com, 1 July 2025
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“411.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/411. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.

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