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USA slang
For Your Information (acronym).
Safe to use?
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Tone
Casual and context-dependent.
Region
USA
Formality
Informal.
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FYI means For Your Information (acronym). It is best read as usa slang associated with USA.
"FYI" means For Your Information (acronym). In USA, the nuance may be more specific.
Casual and context-dependent.
Usually safest with people who already understand the context.
Context-dependent
Informed about a situation or plan.
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Direct Message; to send a private message to someone on social media
Direct Message; to send a private message (also common in UK)
Greatest Of All Time — the best ever in a field, especially sport
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