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adjective

ˈpik-chər-ˌbu̇k How to pronounce picture-book (audio)
Definition of picture-booknext
as in perfect
being entirely without fault or flaw the players gave a picture-book performance that will go down in the annals of football as one of the all-time great games

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picture book

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noun

as in album

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Recent Examples of picture-book
Adjective
This graphic novel from the Lenexa picture-book author and illustrator is based on the experiences of his father, who fled Communist Cuba. — Dan Kelly december 8, Kansas City Star, 8 Dec. 2025 Labubus were inspired by drawings of cuddly monsters that appeared in a picture-book series by artist Kasing Leung. — Joan Verdon, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2025
Noun
This is the latest good news for fans of the long-running animation franchise that explores the fairy tale world and is loosely based on William Steig’s 1990 picture book, Shrek! — Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 25 June 2026 Based on the classic Chris Van Allsburg picture book, Jumanji centers on a pair of kids (played by Kirsten Dunst and Bradley Pierce) who find a magical board game that unleashes its dangers into the real world. — Britt Hayes, Entertainment Weekly, 5 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for picture-book
Recent Examples of Synonyms for picture-book
  1. perfect
  2. album
  3. ideal
  4. anthology
  5. flawless
  6. text
  7. excellent
  8. chapbook
Adjective
  • This patch of land to the west of San Sebastián feels like the most perfect place on the planet, while still being a 10-minute car ride from the center of the city.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Incorporating them into your wardrobe couldn’t be more seamless thanks to breezy yet posh linen and cotton-blend options that are perfect for the summer’s remaining heatwaves.
    — Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of perfect
Noun
  • Manilow released his 33rd studio album, What A Time, on June 5.
    — Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Even as the album leans into his softer sound, Shimmy does not plan to abandon the murkier street records that first built his following.
    — Jeff Ihaza, Rolling Stone, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of album
Adjective
  • Unclean Espresso Machine or Poor Water Quality A clean espresso machine and water can be key components in finally making your ideal latte at home.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2026
  • This stage, more than the first two, is ideal for some breakaway action.
    — Jessica Hopkins, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of ideal
Noun
  • Thus far, her ‘Born In Blood Mafia Chronicles’ comprises eight novels and an anthology.
    — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 5 Aug. 2026
  • But instead of gossiping about who’s dating whom, collaborators batted around their pasts and infused the darkly comedic anthology series with themes of samsara and the Jungian Shadow.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of anthology
Adjective
  • Speaking after the event, White praised the production and atmosphere, describing it as a flawless night.
    — Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Sterling Nasa proceeded to stun composer-conductor Justin Hurwitz and the 2,000-person audience with his flawless, impromptu performance.
    — Tim Greiving, Los Angeles Times, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of flawless
Noun
  • Hundreds of employees were held in lockdown for hours, relying on texts from friends or news reports for updates.
    — Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026
  • The Moon enters Gemini and your 3rd House of Communication, waking up texts, errands, meetings, and local conversations.
    — Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026
Definition of text
Adjective
  • The neighborhood/area Just across the train tracks is Vesterbro with an excellent range of independent shops and restaurants, not least in Kødbyen, the Meat Packing district.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
  • As for dining options, Cafe Genevieve serves an excellent breakfast and brunch, and Million Dollar Cowboy Bar draws crowds for a taste of Western-style eats like bison burgers and elk sliders.
    — Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of excellent
Noun
  • Turkey Buzzard Press publisher her poetry collection, What Remains and her chapbook, Re-stitching the Sky, was letter-press printed in a limited edition by Tom Parson of Letterpress Depot.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 12 June 2026
  • This essay is an edited excerpt from the chapbook Jig, published in the Cahier Series (January 2026) by the Center for Writers & Translators at the American University of Paris, and Sylph Editions, London.
    — Jan Steyn, The Dial, 10 Mar. 2026
Definition of chapbook

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