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as in paperbacks
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 periodicals
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 moves
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 books
Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 4 June 2026
Visitors can enter through the fly, then sit in the library among books selected by Gone examining tourism, colonization, sugar production and the history of the Caribbean and Latin America.
—Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 4 June 2026
Although oral-history books focused on pop culture are fairly common today, the format was revolutionary in 1996, when the first edition of Please Kill Me was published.
—Juliet Izon, The Atlantic, 4 June 2026
The presidential reading room features thousands of books chosen by the Obamas, ranging from presidential biographies to best-selling fiction.
—Sophia Tareen, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
The two had disagreed in El Paso County over a case involving library books.
—The Denver Post Editorial Board, Denver Post, 4 June 2026
There’s going to be some great books about that.
—Marlow Stern, Variety, 4 June 2026
Across the plaza from it sits a branch of the Chicago Public Library, its reading room stocked with the president’s favorite books.
—Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 4 June 2026
Indeed, there have been over 100 books published on HIV/AIDS since 2020, coinciding with the start of the COVID pandemic.
—Literary Hub, 29 May 2026
Lily Mae Lazarus, Fortune, 29 May 2026
The tour is so popular—and it’s included in the all-inclusive rate—that each tour books up quickly and there is often a wait list.
—Judy Koutsky, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
Both books feature protagonists who are out of their elements but also possess unique attributes that first get them into trouble before becoming their one slim hope to escape.
—John Warner, Chicago Tribune, 16 May 2026
If vice president of operations Chip Conway, a tireless worker in a thankless job, books the wrong hotel he will likely be forced to run back to Denver.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 15 May 2026
Guests with Grand Club access (anyone who has top-tier World of Hyatt status or books a Club room rate) have an extra feather in their cap.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 May 2026
The two discussed going on vacation to Puerto Rico, even talking with Hill’s sister, who books flights for him.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 7 May 2026
Still, not everyone who books one of these seats actually qualifies.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
As part of the initiative, NIVA will choose someone who books the acts for these indie venues to work with Spotify’s editorial team and create a playlist featuring artists.
—Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 15 Apr. 2026
Noun
Heuermann is an avid ready of books and periodicals, Toulon told ABC News.
—Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 4 June 2026
Visitors can enter through the fly, then sit in the library among books selected by Gone examining tourism, colonization, sugar production and the history of the Caribbean and Latin America.
—Michelle F. Solomon, Miami Herald, 4 June 2026
Although oral-history books focused on pop culture are fairly common today, the format was revolutionary in 1996, when the first edition of Please Kill Me was published.
—Juliet Izon, The Atlantic, 4 June 2026
The presidential reading room features thousands of books chosen by the Obamas, ranging from presidential biographies to best-selling fiction.
—Sophia Tareen, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026
The two had disagreed in El Paso County over a case involving library books.
—The Denver Post Editorial Board, Denver Post, 4 June 2026
There’s going to be some great books about that.
—Marlow Stern, Variety, 4 June 2026
Across the plaza from it sits a branch of the Chicago Public Library, its reading room stocked with the president’s favorite books.
—Sam Cochran, Architectural Digest, 4 June 2026
Indeed, there have been over 100 books published on HIV/AIDS since 2020, coinciding with the start of the COVID pandemic.
—Literary Hub, 29 May 2026
Verb
Bilt also released Neighborhood Concierge, an AI service that books restaurants, fitness classes, and travel through Bilt’s existing merchant pipes.
—Lily Mae Lazarus, Fortune, 29 May 2026
The tour is so popular—and it’s included in the all-inclusive rate—that each tour books up quickly and there is often a wait list.
—Judy Koutsky, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
Both books feature protagonists who are out of their elements but also possess unique attributes that first get them into trouble before becoming their one slim hope to escape.
—John Warner, Chicago Tribune, 16 May 2026
If vice president of operations Chip Conway, a tireless worker in a thankless job, books the wrong hotel he will likely be forced to run back to Denver.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 15 May 2026
Guests with Grand Club access (anyone who has top-tier World of Hyatt status or books a Club room rate) have an extra feather in their cap.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 May 2026
The two discussed going on vacation to Puerto Rico, even talking with Hill’s sister, who books flights for him.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 7 May 2026
Still, not everyone who books one of these seats actually qualifies.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026
As part of the initiative, NIVA will choose someone who books the acts for these indie venues to work with Spotify’s editorial team and create a playlist featuring artists.
—Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for books
Noun
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Being able to pass the time reading without dealing with bulky paperbacks is a major improvement.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
12 May 2026
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This is not to say that all trade paperbacks are unserious or undeserving of coverage.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 Mar. 2026
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History Magazine journalism developed during the 18th century alongside pamphlets and early periodicals in Britain and the American colonies.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
21 May 2026
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The gala’s funds support acquisitions of garments and accessories, but also the institute’s reference library, which holds over 800 periodicals and 1,500 designer files pertaining to the history of fashion and clothing, dating back to the sixteenth century.—
Rachel Tashjian,
CNN Money,
1 May 2026
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But the biopic reserves its most pivotal role for Michael's former entertainment lawyer, John Branca, who also happens to be the co-executor of Jackson's estate and a co-producer of the film.—
Rodney Carmichael,
NPR,
3 June 2026
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In fairness to Trump, every president reserves some ambassadorships for donors and pals; some of them end up doing fine work, and others should never have been allowed to represent the United States overseas.—
Tom Nichols,
The Atlantic,
26 May 2026
Verb
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As the federal government’s immigration crackdown moves closer to the Bay Area, about 100 people gathered Saturday afternoon at the Mexican Heritage Plaza in East San Jose to protest plans to build a detention center in Gilroy.—
Molly Gibbs,
Mercury News,
31 May 2026
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The Boroughs stars Molina as Sam Cooper, a retired engineer who moves to the village after the death of his wife.—
Graham Hillard,
The Washington Examiner,
31 May 2026
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The Daily Dividend Prediction market platform Kalshi saw trading volumes surge more than 2500% from a year ago to a record $17 billion in May.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
2 June 2026
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Stevenson can be seen getting up and smiling about the incident, but the video speaks volumes.—
Joe Kinsey OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
1 June 2026
Noun
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Erasures from his the poet’s journals narrate the speaker’s visit to his father in prison through the pinhole of what’s left of memory.—
Craig Morgan Teicher,
Literary Hub,
1 June 2026
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Lloyd’s List is one of the oldest shipping industry trade journals in the world.—
Spencer Kimball,
CNBC,
30 May 2026
Verb
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Comedy Deepfake by Matt Eames follows a rudderless millennial who hires a team of Gen-Z consultants to reinvent her life.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
3 June 2026
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With grant money from the Lucky Duck Foundation, the nonprofit Salvation Army hires residents of its homeless shelter and trains them as food rescue route drivers for nonprofit Feeding San Diego, collecting surplus food from grocery stores and businesses that would otherwise go to waste.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 June 2026
Verb
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Park then exits the hotel, where a school bus is picking up students from the event.—
Matt Cabral,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 June 2026
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Mosley was fired after five years and three consecutive first-round playoff exits with Orlando.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 May 2026
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“Books.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/books. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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