Loop in
To include an additional person in a discussion.
Plain English
Add someone to a conversation. 'Close the loop' means come back and confirm it's finished.
If you’re new here
Being looped in late is a common source of friction. When in doubt, add people early rather than explaining later.
What they probably mean
“You should have been in this conversation already.”
Interpretation offered as humour, not authoritative guidance.
Bureaucracy level
How much government-speak this phrase carries. Playful indicator, not a judgement of anyone using it.
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