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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
Rebecca Keegan, NBC news, 16 Feb. 2026
The remaining 14 states and Washington, DC, use other methods to verify the identity of voters, such as by signing an affidavit or poll book, or by providing personal information.
—Josh Kelly, Oklahoman, 16 Feb. 2026
Sydney Barragan, Oc Register, 15 Feb. 2026
Utuado Journey to the mountains for a romantic stay at this lakefront property, which comes with a sundeck, kayaks for rent, and even the option to book a private boat charter.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 15 Feb. 2026
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Noun
Their interest has helped some authors who have been around for years suddenly see their books top bestseller lists almost overnight.
—Rebecca Keegan, NBC news, 16 Feb. 2026
The remaining 14 states and Washington, DC, use other methods to verify the identity of voters, such as by signing an affidavit or poll book, or by providing personal information.
—Josh Kelly, Oklahoman, 16 Feb. 2026
Verb
The man was to be booked into Orange County Jail on suspicion of homicide after he was released from the hospital, Braun said.
—Sydney Barragan, Oc Register, 15 Feb. 2026
Utuado Journey to the mountains for a romantic stay at this lakefront property, which comes with a sundeck, kayaks for rent, and even the option to book a private boat charter.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 15 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for book
Noun
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Long before streaming services and social media algorithms, American teen culture found its way to me, thousands of miles away, one paperback at a time.—
Faith Karimi,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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While sheets of paper, magazines, paperback books, and mail can be recycled, shredded paper is too small for machines to sort.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
15 Feb. 2026
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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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The injection allegations were first reported by the German newspaper Bild last month.—
Peter Sblendorio,
Mercury News,
5 Feb. 2026
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On Wednesday, the Washington Post laid off one-third of its staff, eliminating its sports section, several foreign bureaus and its books coverage in a widespread purge at the storied newspaper owned by billionaire Amazon founder Jeff Bezos.—
Matt Ott,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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Perfect for pairing with a trip through their enormous salad bar and a scoop of mashed potatoes and creamed spinach (and timberline chili and mac and cheese), and one of their famous yeasty dinner rolls slathered with honey butter.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
16 Feb. 2026
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The starter box includes the first two weeks of food, custom instructions for you and your pup to help make the transition smooth, a handy scoop and puptainer to serve and hold your Ollie dog food.—
Trisha Easto,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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Tokyo — In scenes normally reserved for J-pop stars, thousands of fans huddle against the cold outside a small train station on the outskirts of Tokyo, their phones held high for a glimpse of Japan’s latest obsession.—
Hanako Montgomery,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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Whitwam explains that Catalina mule deer hunting was traditionally reserved for island residents and their guests, or hunters who were willing to book with a local guide.—
Kris Millgate,
Outdoor Life,
6 Feb. 2026
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As a politicized national fight over waste, fraud and abuse led by Republicans have targeted California and its Democratic leadership, Bonta and other state officials have moved swiftly to combat the claims.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2026
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Moreover, the bottle had only ever moved between Burgundy and Bordeaux, a driving distance of roughly 300 miles.—
Pin Yen Tan 9 min ago,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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Choose from soft and hardcover options in two sizes.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
16 Feb. 2026
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The East Village bookstore and bar has a regular lineup of events, but they’re mostly known as a place for a date with your hardcover.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
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The findings were published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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The study, which was published in the journal Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention, had several limitations, the researchers acknowledged.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Book.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/book. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.
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