one for the book

phrase

variants or one for the books
: an act or occurrence worth noting

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The event was one for the books, according to Gronkowski, even with no gifts. — Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 15 Aug. 2026 Given this history, if Iraq does ultimately end up protecting Kurdistan’s airspace, and that’s definitely a big if, that would certainly be one for the books. — Paul Iddon, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026 Kidman, who recently celebrated her 59th birthday, ensured Antonia’s 55th birthday celebration was one for the books with a luxurious stop in Portofino. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 18 July 2026 Christopher Nolan‘s box office journey with The Odyssey looks to be one for the books, as Universal Pictures‘ star-studded adaptation of the classical Greek mythological tale gets off to a rousing start in its opening weekend. — Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 18 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for one for the book

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“One for the book.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/one%20for%20the%20book. Accessed 27 Sep. 2026.

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