get the memo
Finally catch on
To get the memo is to receive information that others already have, almost always used in the negative.
Someone who didn't get the memo is out of step—unaware of a change in plans, dress code, or consensus: I guess nobody got the memo that we're supposed to be casual today.
The phrase treats social or workplace knowledge as if it were officially distributed.
realize
Become aware of
- comprehendTo fully understand
- graspSeize or understand
- catch onGrasp or gain popularity
understand · perceive · discern · recognize · twig · cotton on · savvy · clue in · wise up · see the light
briefed
Given essential information
updated · advised · told · alerted · clued-in · posted · filled in · circulated · forwarded · heads-up
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