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as in paperback
a set of printed sheets of paper bound together between covers and forming a work of fiction or nonfiction
I bought another new book yesterday, and I can't wait to read it
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as in newspaper
a publication that appears at regular intervals
older people in these parts still tend to call a magazine a book
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as in scoop
information not generally available to the public
what's the book on the new company president?
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as in to move
slang
to leave a place often for another
I'm running late, so I've got to book
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Recent Examples of book
Valerie Mesa, People.com, 30 Mar. 2025
Among his recent books is Scotch Whisky: Its History, Production and Appreciation.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
Adam Iscoe, New Yorker, 31 Mar. 2025
Rodriguez was booked at the Burbank jail for possession of narcotics and released with a citation to appear in court next month, Turner said.
—Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 30 Mar. 2025
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Noun
This transit could inspire a new creative project, like a book, podcast or blog that channels your deep insights.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 30 Mar. 2025
Among his recent books is Scotch Whisky: Its History, Production and Appreciation.
—Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025
Verb
Most couples reach out once, then never again; booking a single wedding might require as much as nine hundred dollars in ad spend.
—Adam Iscoe, New Yorker, 31 Mar. 2025
Rodriguez was booked at the Burbank jail for possession of narcotics and released with a citation to appear in court next month, Turner said.
—Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 30 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for book
Noun
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That’s almost 2½ inches below normal — about the thickness of a paperback book — putting most of Central Florida into abnormally dry or moderate drought conditions, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Drought Monitor.—
Martin E. Comas,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 Mar. 2025
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A lot of romance was published purely in mass market paperback, only available in grocery stores, which feels sexist to me.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
13 Feb. 2025
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From traditional newspapers to blogs, the rule is the same: If there is a qualified expert who can deliver a newsworthy opinion, it will be given strong consideration.—
Nancy Marshall,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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It is known Ozturk wrote an op-ed for her newspaper defending Palestine last year, but her protest activities or specifics around what actions led to her arrest are unclear.—
Brett Samuels,
The Hill,
1 Apr. 2025
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Ben & Jerry's Scoop Shops will service up free scoops of ice cream at participating stores on Tuesday, April 8.—
Greta Cross,
USA TODAY,
20 Mar. 2025
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Nearly 40 people turned out to the Lincolnwood Community Center last Thursday in Lincolnwood for rounds of bingo, scoops of ice cream – with all the sweet trimmings – and camaraderie with local police officers.—
Karie Angell Luc,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2025
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Portland and Sacramento have five devices that can be reserved ahead of time or checked out on the concourse, while Phoenix has 10 devices.—
Jason Quick,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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The hotels would not confirm the occasion or if large blocks of rooms had been reserved.—
Barbie Latza Nadeau,
CNN Money,
28 Mar. 2025
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The other major addition was a giant digital tapestry that moved slowly up or down the giant canvas behind the Dead, with surreal animation that had more wealth of detail than the naked eye could take in, even over the course of an extended Dead jam.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
22 Mar. 2025
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The joys of not making an announcement is that Apple has the wiggle room to move things up to and including the release date, so things could change.—
David Phelan,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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The 2008 study, published in the journal Evolutionary Biology, was led by Corry Gellatly.—
Jason D. Greenblatt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Apr. 2025
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The study was published Wednesday in the journal PLOS One.—
Jack Guy,
CNN Money,
2 Apr. 2025
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Vogue Daily newsletter Get essential fashion, style, and tips, in your inbox.—
Margaux Anbouba,
Vogue,
22 Mar. 2025
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The president’s promise to eliminate taxes on tips, overtime, and Social Security will augment that number.—
Hersh Shefrin,
Forbes,
22 Mar. 2025
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Maryland will hire a new athletic director, and that person will have the chance to decide what kind of department the state’s flagship university should have.—
Childs Walker,
Baltimore Sun,
28 Mar. 2025
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The Cincinnati Reds’ front office hired the future Hall of Fame manager last winter not just to improve upon last year’s 77-85 record, but also to push a talented young team over the top.—
C. Trent Rosecrans,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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“Book.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/book. Accessed 5 Apr. 2025.
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