whisper network
The term "whisper network" gained prominence during the #MeToo movement as a way to share sensitive information discreetly.
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Definition
C1Social Communication
(informal, sensitive)An informal system where individuals share sensitive or controversial information to protect others within a community.
Example
- The whisper network helped many avoid potentially harmful situations by sharing warnings discreetly.
- She learned about the company's toxic culture through the whisper network before accepting the job offer.
C1Workplace
(informal, sensitive)A secretive way of spreading information about misconduct or unethical behavior to alert colleagues without making it public.
Example
- Employees relied on the whisper network to stay informed about inappropriate behavior in the office.
- The whisper network played a crucial role in identifying problematic individuals within the industry.
Similar
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