fully briefed
Knows everything relevant
Fully briefed describes someone who has been given all relevant information about a situation, task, or matter before proceeding.
The phrase implies comprehensive preparation—no gaps, no surprises: The president was fully briefed on the crisis before addressing the nation.
Often used in military, legal, and political contexts where incomplete information could have serious consequences.
- in the loopKept informed of developments
- readySuitable for use now
- informedGiven necessary knowledge
- read inImport data digitally
- explanationStatement making something clear
aware · up to speed · prepared · oriented · on the same page · update · dossier · disclosure · situation room · knowledgeable · primed · apprised · consultation · equipped · need to know · clarification · alert · meeting
fully briefedin the dark
Uninformed about something
uninformed · clueless · out of the loop · unaware · ignorant
fully briefedcaught off guard
Surprised when unprepared
flying blind · unprepared · unready · ill-prepared · behind the curve
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