slang
1
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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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
  • Go for an easy-to-produce newsletter that shares must-know info employees need and can be sent out on a regular schedule.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 23 May 2025
  • For full ticketing info, visit frontiertouring.com.
    Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 23 May 2025
Noun
  • Served with a cold scoop of ice cream, the 10-minute dessert is perfect for effortless summer entertaining, or a quick-fix summer treat to beat the heat.
    Jasmine Smith, Southern Living, 23 May 2025
  • Gather the ingredients for this favorite dish, and enjoy a generous scoop of this delicious and easy casserole.
    Erin Hooker, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 May 2025
Noun
  • This story has been updated with additional information.
    Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 23 May 2025
  • This article was updated with additional information Update, 05/23/25, 3:00 a.m.
    James Bickerton, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 May 2025
Noun
  • Still, the legislation would enact Trump's major campaign promises like eliminating taxes on workers' tips and overtime.
    Savannah Kuchar, USA Today, 2 June 2025
  • Story tips can be sent to Adam.Sabes@fox.com and on Twitter @asabes10.
    Adam Sabes , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 2 June 2025
Noun
  • After rumors spread recently that Coinbase and Ripple were vying to acquire Circle, the largest stablecoin company in the United States just squashed speculation by announcing their IPO will go live next week on June 4.
    Cleve Mesidor, Forbes.com, 1 June 2025
  • This Anthony Edwards Co-Star For more Minnesota Timberwolves, Orlando Magic and general NBA news and rumors, head on over to Newsweek Sports.
    Alex Kirschenbaum, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 June 2025
Noun
  • Vandersloot, 36, was a fixture in the Sky’s history books long before the game.
    Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 30 May 2025
  • Adapted from Jussi Adler-Olsen’s book series by Scott Frank (The Queen’s Gambit), the series is an instantly gripping yarn about the yoke of guilt and the unwavering patience of redemption.
    Kristen Baldwin, EW.com, 29 May 2025
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“411.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/411. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.

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