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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
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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
Rory Smith, The Athletic, 18 Dec. 2024
In all, Hill has written or helped with 14 books on various subjects from basketball to murder, the Belle of Louisville and gardening.
—Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 18 Dec. 2024
Devorah Lev-Tov, Travel + Leisure, 5 Dec. 2024
For a really special outing, book your trip for a sunset cruise.
—Wendy Altschuler, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
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Noun
As the author Taylor Lorenz noted in her book Extremely Online, many of the billion-dollar start-ups that have come to dominate our lives boast equally unlikely genealogies.
—Rory Smith, The Athletic, 18 Dec. 2024
In all, Hill has written or helped with 14 books on various subjects from basketball to murder, the Belle of Louisville and gardening.
—Kirby Adams, The Courier-Journal, 18 Dec. 2024
Verb
Visa cardholders who book through the collection’s website will receive an automatic room upgrade on arrival if available, complimentary breakfast for two, a $25 food and beverage credit, late checkout when available, and VIP guest status.
—Devorah Lev-Tov, Travel + Leisure, 5 Dec. 2024
For a really special outing, book your trip for a sunset cruise.
—Wendy Altschuler, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for book
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Robert Hardman's book, The Making of a King: King Charles III and the Modern Monarchy, published by Pegasus, has new material in the paperback edition.David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
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In the study—Malaparte’s own, with a library of French paperbacks, Giraudoux and Hölderlin and Alphonse de Châteaubriant, disintegrating in the sea air—Porte Jacquemus speaks of his visions for the brand.Nathan Heller, Vogue, 17 Oct. 2024
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Thomas’ head was even with the tight end’s head jumping for the ball in this photo that was in the newspaper.Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 9 Dec. 2024
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Note: Most subscribers have some, but not all, of the puzzles that correspond to the following set of solutions for their local newspaper.USA TODAY, USA TODAY, 9 Dec. 2024
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Forbes Daily Our best stories, exclusive reporting and Forbes perspectives on the day’s top news, plus the inside scoop on the world's most important entrepreneurs.Danielle Chemtob, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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Three scoops of whey protein powder contain 50 grams of protein and 194 milligrams of choline (35% of the DV).43 16.Merve Ceylan, Health, 9 Dec. 2024
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Karen’s kitchen shelves are lined with jars of this bounty, reserved whole in their juice, as sauce or salsa.Anna Noyes, Bon Appétit, 16 Dec. 2024
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Copyright © 2024, Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, Inc. All rights reserved.Jerry McLeod, arkansasonline.com, 16 Dec. 2024
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The team’s pattern of drafting college hitters who should move quickly says that that is not their mindset, so go spend some of Arte’s money.Keith Law, The Athletic, 11 Dec. 2024
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His wife Elizabeth, Duchess of York, became Queen in the same sweep, and their daughters, Princess Elizabeth, then 10, and Princess Margaret, then 6, each moved up a spot in the line of succession to the throne, with Princess Elizabeth heir.Janine Henni, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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Since last year, a series of reviews, editorials, and perspective papers, mostly published in obesity journals, have explored this very question.Daniel Engber, The Atlantic, 9 Dec. 2024
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In most circumstances, something like a new journal or suitcase will do the trick.Will McGough, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Led by experts and experienced moms, the series covers essential tips for what to expect during pregnancy, how to prepare for birth, postpartum care, and the essentials of welcoming a newborn into your life.Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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A couple pro tips from our editor, Allen Farmelo, who has bought and sold watches on eBay since 1995: Track reputable (or even just interesting) sellers.Oren Hartov, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2024
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Michael Lombardi, a confidant who had previously worked alongside Belichick on the Cleveland Browns and the Patriots, has already been hired as U.N.C.’s general manager, and there is talk of Belichick bringing his son Steve with him.Louisa Thomas, The New Yorker, 15 Dec. 2024
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As for Secret Level, Watts was hired to come up with the original story for the Armored Core episode.Ollie Barder, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024
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“Book.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/book. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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