411

noun

ˈfȯr-ˈwən-ˈwən How to pronounce 411 (audio)
Definition of 411next
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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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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for 411
  1. info
  2. scoop
  3. information
  4. tip
  5. rumor
  6. book
Noun
  • For more info about the services, call 502-897-9552.
    The Courier-Journal, The Courier-Journal, 4 Nov. 2024
  • Leading win contenders are provided, and racing fans can get more info and picks for Saturday’s nine biggest Breeders’ Cup races in the Guaranteed Tip Sheet wagering guide.
    Jay Ginsbach, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
Definition of info
Noun
  • After customers protested its inconsistent portion sizes earlier this year, Chipotle made sure that all its stores’ scoop sizes were up to par.
    Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Fortune, 1 Nov. 2024
  • Apple crisp recipe Traditionally, apple crisp is served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
    Robin Miller, The Arizona Republic, 1 Nov. 2024
Definition of scoop
Noun
  • Anyone with information about the shooting can call the Oakland Police Department’s homicide unit at 510-238-3821, or its tip line at 510-238-7950.
    Jakob Rodgers, The Mercury News, 17 Nov. 2024
  • More information on the recount process can be found at sos.state.mn.us/media/2370/recount-guide.pdf.
    Imani Cruzen, Twin Cities, 16 Nov. 2024
Definition of information
Noun
  • The Nuggets were unsure when Jokic would re-join the team as of Friday evening before the opening tip.
    Bennett Durando, The Denver Post, 15 Nov. 2024
  • Most drivers entering Manhattan's Central Business District, which stretches from 60th Street all the way down to the southern tip of the Financial District, would have to pay the toll.
    Corky Siemaszko, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
Definition of tip
Noun
  • While rumors continue to circulate that Microsoft will finally dip its tech toes into handheld gaming next year, 2024 is still filled with enough Xbox sales on gaming peripherals to get any gamer going to the checkout.
    Carlos Mejia, PCMAG, 11 Nov. 2024
  • What’s more, the proliferation of artificial intelligence tools has raised concerns that fake images, video or audio could be used in an effort to lend legitimacy to election rumors and false claims.
    Clare Duffy, CNN, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of rumor
Noun
  • Sedona is many things, but in my book, overrated will never be one of them.
    Erin Strout, Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024
  • Admission is free; Hansen will have copies of her book for sale and signing.
    Anne Gelhaus, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
Definition of book
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