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Know somebody/something inside out

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Detail SignificancePlay
Emphasizes extensive knowledge about intricate details of a subject or a system. SlideThe mechanic knows that car inside out; no one else should touch it.
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Expert ImplicationPlay
Implies a level of expertise or professionalism in a particular area. SlideShe knows the software inside out and can solve any issue that arises.
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Not LiteralPlay
It's a figurative term; you don't actually see the inside of a topic. SlideDespite the name, health inspectors don't actually know every restaurant inside out.