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out of the loop

prep_phrase

Etymology

First use appears c. 1973. See cite below. Its use is thought by some to have roots in computer or telephony terminology.

Definitions

  1. Not informed, up-to-date, or current

    Not informed, up-to-date, or current; not included in a process or discussion.

    • Automation technology can lead to complacency when it takes the controller ‘out of the loop’ by reducing the need for his interaction with a flightcrew and de-emphasizing the cooperative aspects of the air traffic system.
    • "I was out of the loop," he added, explaining that he was planning to leave government at that time.
    • “Well, we've been out of the loop for a few hours. Anything new that you know?”

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sense glosses and etymology drawn from English Wiktionary · source · CC-BY-SA