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handbook

noun

ˈhan(d)-ˌbu̇k

Definition of handbook

as in manual

a book used for instruction in a subject a handbook of grammar

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Recent Examples of handbook According to the official league handbook, potential punishments could include a hefty points deduction, an unlimited fine, or even expulsion from the league entirely. — Ben Church, CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2026 Prue built a following online with his viral series How to Piss Off Men, which amassed hundreds of millions of views across social platforms, culminating in a handbook that debuted as an instant New York Times Bestseller. — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 29 Sep. 2026 Mentorship helps transfer institutional knowledge, culture and context that are hard to capture in a handbook. — John Abusaid, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026 The handbook governs team and league personnel and covers a wide range of topics, including draft eligibility, player acquisition and roster management. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 17 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for handbook

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The technology is still early, and there isn’t enough independent evidence yet to say a camera toothbrush cleans better than a good manual or electric brush used with proper brushing technique.

— Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 7 Oct. 2026
Instead of searching through hundreds of manuals to service industrial equipment, AI can identify the specific engine, understand where it’s installed, retrieve its service history and recommend the right repairs.

— Tony Grout, Forbes.com, 6 Oct. 2026

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Now that the industry is moving from AI that makes text and images to AI that takes actions, via agents that can shop on people’s behalf, the stakes are much higher.

— Rumman Chowdhury, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2026
Club members, check your texts and email inboxes for our full Club earnings analysis alerts on Goldman and Wells Fargo, as well as J & J coming in soon.

— Natasha Abellard, CNBC, 13 Oct. 2026

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The famed dictionary added 1,400 new words to its dictionary on Wednesday, many focused on internet-first phases and trends.

— CT Jones, Rolling Stone, 16 Sep. 2026

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