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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
Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 9 Feb. 2025
Unlike most of the Europeans and Americans—who had display cases and labels and books—the Moroccan stalls were minimalistic.
—Helen Gordon, WIRED, 8 Feb. 2025
Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
When not in use, the residences can be put into the hotel’s rental pool and be booked for overnight stays and short-term rentals.
—Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 7 Feb. 2025
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Noun
He’s promised to bring the energy of his L.A. roots to the New Orleans stage, and with SZA by his side, this Halftime Show is shaping up to be one for the history books.
—Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 9 Feb. 2025
Unlike most of the Europeans and Americans—who had display cases and labels and books—the Moroccan stalls were minimalistic.
—Helen Gordon, WIRED, 8 Feb. 2025
Verb
To book your tickets, visit crowriverwinery.com. FRIDAY, JAN. 19
The Hutchinson Center for the Arts, 15 Franklin St. SW, is hosting an artist reception 5:30-7 p.m. for the seventh annual Community Showcase exhibit.
—Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
When not in use, the residences can be put into the hotel’s rental pool and be booked for overnight stays and short-term rentals.
—Emma Reynolds, Robb Report, 7 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for book
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While Another Roadside Attraction failed to garner much attention when it was first published in hardback, the paperback edition steadily became a word-of-mouth hit, especially on college campuses.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
10 Feb. 2025
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Roughly the size of a small paperback book, the external pacemaker was also Medtronic’s first product.—
Mars King,
Twin Cities,
30 Oct. 2024
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The newspaper also said Andrew met the Chinese ambassador to Britain to ask for help promoting Waterberg Stirling's investment interests in China.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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Floridians figuratively live in dark times: many believe that evil forces embodied by the federal government are trying to destroy America, and most newspapers are on life support.—
Letters to the Editor,
Orlando Sentinel,
11 Feb. 2025
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Their batter was thick enough to be scooped into the pan using an ice cream scoop.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Feb. 2025
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Jackson salvaged his turn by settling for a pedestrian two-handed scoop.—
Joseph Dycus,
The Mercury News,
15 Feb. 2025
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To reserve tickets, visit www.riverhousekd.com/mikelester. SATURDAY, JAN. 27 Drawin Drifters’ Poker Run.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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That routine, reserved for weeks following wins, and only wins, pre-dates Mahomes’ arrival in Kansas City.—
Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
7 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Washington Wizards Washington moved multiple players and brought in both Khris Middleton and Marcus Smart.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
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Will the computer ever understand emotion on its own, what’s moving and what’s funny?—
Elizabeth Stanton,
Fox News,
14 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The research has been published in the journal NEJM Evidence.—
Michael Franco,
New Atlas,
11 Feb. 2025
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The big picture: The research in the journal Nutrients found that a juice-only diet changed the body's bacterial makeup in just three days, increasing the amount of bacteria associated with unnecessary inflammation and other traits like cognitive decline.—
Maya Goldman,
Axios,
10 Feb. 2025
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Anyone with information as to the second man’s whereabouts is asked to call BSO Homicide Detective Zach Scott at 954-321-4200 or submit a tip through the SaferWatch App.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
14 Feb. 2025
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To sum it up, the American manicure favors a softer color palette, while the French manicure is often synonymous with vivid white tips.—
Kleigh Balugo,
StyleCaster,
14 Feb. 2025
Verb
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United’s efforts to bridge the gap have involved hiring a running consultant.—
Matt Woosnam,
The Athletic,
7 Feb. 2025
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Belichick appeared roughly two months after he was hired as head coach of the North Carolina Tar Heels.—
Ryan Morik,
Fox News,
7 Feb. 2025
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“Book.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/book. Accessed 20 Feb. 2025.
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