get the memo

The phrase "get the memo" is often used to indicate awareness or receipt of information that others are already aware of.

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Definition

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(informal)To become aware of or understand information that others already know.

Example

  • I didn't get the memo about the meeting being rescheduled.
  • Everyone else is dressed casually; I guess I didn't get the memo.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "get the memo":

miss the memoget itget with the program