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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
Valentina Martinez, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Oct. 2025
But to get an intimate sense of the land, book the four-bedroom Villa des Vignes, the ultimate perch for any avid Burgundy drinker.
—Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 18 Oct. 2025
Carrie Madormo, Health, 19 Oct. 2025
For international travel, it is recommended to book early — 49 days before departure, to be exact.
—Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 19 Oct. 2025
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Noun
The Warriors are hard-capped at the second apron, which is why the team can't afford to have Seth Curry's veteran minimum contract on their books until early November.
—Valentina Martinez, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Oct. 2025
But to get an intimate sense of the land, book the four-bedroom Villa des Vignes, the ultimate perch for any avid Burgundy drinker.
—Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 18 Oct. 2025
Verb
To get started with resistance training, consider booking a session with a personal trainer at a local gym.
—Carrie Madormo, Health, 19 Oct. 2025
For international travel, it is recommended to book early — 49 days before departure, to be exact.
—Ashley J. Dimella, FOXNews.com, 19 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for book
Noun
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In recent years, the expansion of the format, and the plot freedom that followed, have led to a wider diversity of stories for readers who might want something other than the typical supermarket paperback offerings.—
Karen Ostergren,
The Atlantic,
13 Oct. 2025
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When Catalina goes into the kitchen to refill her calabash, Frances grabs the box of Thompson paperbacks and makes a run for Ray at the restaurant.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
1 Oct. 2025
Noun
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After earning his undergraduate degree from Moody Bible Institute, Ben began working as an elder at Immanuel Baptist Church in Springdale, Ark.—
Emily Blackwood,
People.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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One fan told Rife to carry salt, a lighter, a Bible and a crucifix at all times.—
Pamela McLoughlin,
Hartford Courant,
5 Aug. 2025
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In a 1932 article in the local newspaper, each praised the area’s beauty, suburban isolation, and convenience to New York City.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
18 Oct. 2025
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Indiana University alum Mark Cuban's name has been back in the news lately with regard to the battle over his alma mater's student newspaper.—
Jenny Porter Tilley,
IndyStar,
17 Oct. 2025
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Reporters would infiltrate and ingratiate in search of scoops.—
Jon Landau,
HollywoodReporter,
14 Oct. 2025
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Banijay has already made moves in this area this week, acquiring control of the creator-skewed agency Worktitel, per our earlier scoop.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
14 Oct. 2025
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Hudson was admittedly reserved about the idea of getting married a second time, but his love for Kingsberg changed that.—
Emy LaCroix,
PEOPLE,
17 Oct. 2025
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In the decades that followed, outdoor climbing was effectively reserved for those with ready access to crags and gear, who had ample time and energy to burn.—
Kelli María Korducki,
HubSpot,
17 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Green’s 49-yard run scramble moved the Razorbacks to the Texas A&M 39 just before the 2-minute timeout of the fourth quarter.—
Matt Jones,
Arkansas Online,
19 Oct. 2025
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Calderhead focuses on the British tactic, enacted two days after the initial attack, of moving their fleet into Flushing Bay to anchor for the night.—
JSTOR Daily,
JSTOR Daily,
18 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Even the hardcover only got advance praise from Kirkus and PW.—
Emily Temple,
Literary Hub,
14 Oct. 2025
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Soft dust jackets and hardcover photo books are available in almost every colorway.—
Architectural Digest,
Architectural Digest,
10 Oct. 2025
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This study has been published in the journal Nature Microbiology.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
18 Oct. 2025
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Thomas Wentworth Higginson spent his leisure time writing down the strange new lyrics in his journal.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 Oct. 2025
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“Book.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/book. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.
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