briefed

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According to the indictment, Van Dyke was first briefed on the U.S. plan on Dec. 8.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 24, 2026

Having only started in the role two weeks before security clearance was granted, Sir Olly said his predecessor had briefed him that Downing Street felt vetting "might be unnecessary" for someone of Mandelson's status.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

President Trump told reporters last week that he had been briefed on the missing and dead scientists, which he described as “pretty serious stuff.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

Some people briefed on the negotiations have played down these rifts and say Iran remains open to a deal.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

When I did visit, I sensed that my mother had been briefed by the regent, for she would question me closely as to whom I was playing with.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela