The Skinny (Noun)
Meaning
Slang terms for inside information; "is that the straight dope?".
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- I need the skinny on the company's financial situation before I make any investments.
- Can you give me the skinny on the new policy changes so I'm not caught off guard?
- What's the skinny on the new restaurant downtown, is it any good?
- I'm trying to get the skinny on the new project, but nobody seems to know anything.
- Can you give me the skinny on the job requirements, I don't want any surprises during the interview.