innercircle
nounUK /ˈɪnəˌsɜːkl/
US /ˈɪnərˌsɜːrkl/
A small group of people who are very close to someone important.
Only the president's inner circle knew about the surprise party.
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2. The closest friends or supporters of a leader or famous person.
The singer shared the news with her inner circle before telling the public.
3. A private group that shares secrets and makes decisions together.
The club's inner circle planned all the special events.
4. The people nearest to the center of a circle or activity.
The dancers in the inner circle moved faster than the ones outside.