Keep (someone) in the loop phrase
To tell someone about something or get them involved in something that is happening, such as a plan or project.
My colleague has just reminded me to keep the boss in the loop about the project.
A: I want to work on that project with you. When will you start? B: I don't have a definite plan yet, but I'll keep you in the loop.
Thanks for keeping me in the loop about my son's progress.
To tell someone the truths or most essential information (about someone or something).
To inform as many people as possible of something.
To surprise someone with an unexpected and difficult-to-handle problem, scenario, or inquiry.
To apprise someone of something new.
To educate, inform someone about something or provide information to someone.
The verb "keep" must be conjugated according to its tense.
This phrase comes from military terminology, with officers in command needing to pass on orders to the soldiers. Keeping lines of communication open and regularly updated in a feedback loop, so all personnel are informed.
If someone or something stands/sticks out like a sore thumb, they are so noticeable that the surrounding people and things notice them.
The dress codes of the wedding are blue and green, but Liza wore the red dress - she stuck out like a sore thumb.