as in classic
constituting, serving as, or worthy of being a pattern to be imitated
a textbook example of a film that captures the feel of the novel on which it is based
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as in handbook
a book used for instruction in a subject
one shelf in my bookcase is crammed full of my old college textbooks
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Recent Examples of textbook
Samuel Goldman, The Week, 22 Sep. 2021
The vegan ramen was originally developed for Afuri’s Portland, Ore., location with the goal of being a lighter, decidedly non-textbook option.
—Flora Tsapovsky, San Francisco Chronicle, 2 Sep. 2021
Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 28 May 2026
The report urged schools to buy more physical textbooks, prioritize pen-and-paper curricula and make time for more physical and social activities for all grade levels, in addition to banning student cellphones.
—Tyler Kingkade, NBC news, 27 May 2026
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Adjective
At the same time, solutions borrowed from textbook European nation-states are unlikely to serve us well.
—Samuel Goldman, The Week, 22 Sep. 2021
The vegan ramen was originally developed for Afuri’s Portland, Ore., location with the goal of being a lighter, decidedly non-textbook option.
—Flora Tsapovsky, San Francisco Chronicle, 2 Sep. 2021
Noun
These inventions may not dominate history textbooks, but their impact can still be seen everywhere from hospitals and smartphones to supermarkets and global shipping networks.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 28 May 2026
The report urged schools to buy more physical textbooks, prioritize pen-and-paper curricula and make time for more physical and social activities for all grade levels, in addition to banning student cellphones.
—Tyler Kingkade, NBC news, 27 May 2026
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Adjective
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Smoky paperbark-roasted fish is served with sugarloaf, potatoes and kelp, a theatrical fresh take on a classic campfire supper, while the prawn sandwich is a wonderful interpretation of the Aussie favorite, made with brioche and avocado.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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The committee had previously committed to providing 10,000 bus seats for fans travelling to games at MetLife, but increased its inventory by hiring classic American yellow school buses.—
Adam Crafton,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
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This is a handbook on igniting public joy.—
Holly Corbett,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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Despite allegations of differential treatment, Tolcher said punishments were issued according to the discipline policies and procedures in the school’s parent and student handbook.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
12 May 2026
Adjective
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The Presidential Medal of Freedom is the nation's highest civilian honor and recognizes individuals who have made exemplary contributions to the United States and the world.—
Logan Hall,
CBS News,
23 May 2026
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The musicianship is just exemplary.—
Liza Lentini,
SPIN,
22 May 2026
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Performing the text transformed poetry for me from expression to event.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 May 2026
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Associated Press text, photo, graphic, audio and/or video material shall not be published, broadcast, rewritten for broadcast or publication or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
29 May 2026
Adjective
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Embed model-level output filters, refusal mechanisms and audit logging for queries involving high-consequence pathogens, select agents or dual-use research of concern (DURC).—
Jordan Henry,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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While the concept of a model-musician matchup is nothing new, Christie Brinkley and Billy Joel were the blueprint for a covergirl/rockstar pairing in the 1980s.—
Bailey Bujnosek,
InStyle,
21 May 2026
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The lineup is powered by Blancpain’s in-house Caliber 510, a manual-winding movement that the house unveiled back in 2020.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
1 June 2026
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Keep in mind that your owner's manual will provide specific recommendations for your filter.—
Quincy Bulin,
Southern Living,
31 May 2026
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Yet most shipping executives remain unwilling to send their cargo ships through the 21-mile channel until the United States and Iran strike a definitive peace agreement that includes the safe reopening of the strait.—
Vanessa Yurkevich,
CNN Money,
2 June 2026
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The comments about the April-to-June quarter, which benefited from blockbuster sports events like the Kentucky Derby and the NBA playoffs, are more definitive than those offered by NBCU parent Comcast earlier this spring.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
2 June 2026
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“Textbook.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/textbook. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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