inside baseball
The term "inside baseball" originated in the 1890s within the sport, referring to a strategic style of play. It has since evolved to describe specialized knowledge in various fields.
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Definition
C1General
(idiomatic, informal)Detailed knowledge or discussions understood only by experts or enthusiasts.
Example
- The meeting was full of inside baseball, making it hard for newcomers to follow.
C1Business and Politics
(idiomatic, informal)Specialized information or strategies that are of interest only to insiders.
Example
- The debate quickly turned into inside baseball, with candidates discussing policy nuances.
Similar
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