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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
Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 9 Feb. 2026
After more details about the relationship emerged in a book published last year, Charles stripped him of the right to be called a prince and ordered him to move out of a royal residence close to Windsor Castle.
—Danica Kirka, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 8 Feb. 2026
Broods can book out spacious, interconnected rooms or call up both extra cots and cribs, and dine at restaurants where children don’t threaten the candlelit, white tablecloth vibe.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Feb. 2026
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Noun
The ad stressed how AI has simplified creative and production processes that were once learned through books, notes, and code.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 9 Feb. 2026
After more details about the relationship emerged in a book published last year, Charles stripped him of the right to be called a prince and ordered him to move out of a royal residence close to Windsor Castle.
—Danica Kirka, Chicago Tribune, 9 Feb. 2026
Verb
Alongside the African Diaspora volume, Duran keeps almost all the Hidden Voices guides in her classroom, and has used or expects to use the Jewish, Muslim, Latinx and Asian Americans books in her lesson plans.
—Cayla Bamberger, New York Daily News, 8 Feb. 2026
Broods can book out spacious, interconnected rooms or call up both extra cots and cribs, and dine at restaurants where children don’t threaten the candlelit, white tablecloth vibe.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for book
Noun
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The paperback edition will be published by William Morrow in June.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
10 Feb. 2026
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The mass market paperback is dead.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Feb. 2026
Noun
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After earning his undergraduate degree from Moody Bible Institute, Ben began working as an elder at Immanuel Baptist Church in Springdale, Ark.—
Emily Blackwood,
People.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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One fan told Rife to carry salt, a lighter, a Bible and a crucifix at all times.—
Pamela McLoughlin,
Hartford Courant,
5 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The injection allegations were first reported by the German newspaper Bild last month.—
Peter Sblendorio,
Mercury News,
5 Feb. 2026
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On Wednesday, the Washington Post laid off one-third of its staff, eliminating its sports section, several foreign bureaus and its books coverage in a widespread purge at the storied newspaper owned by billionaire Amazon founder Jeff Bezos.—
Matt Ott,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Feb. 2026
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At Brain Freeze Ice Cream Parlor, scoops were still going out the door — with at least one upside.—
Eva Andersen,
CBS News,
9 Feb. 2026
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Don’t forget a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top of your serving!—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
8 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Tokyo — In scenes normally reserved for J-pop stars, thousands of fans huddle against the cold outside a small train station on the outskirts of Tokyo, their phones held high for a glimpse of Japan’s latest obsession.—
Hanako Montgomery,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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Whitwam explains that Catalina mule deer hunting was traditionally reserved for island residents and their guests, or hunters who were willing to book with a local guide.—
Kris Millgate,
Outdoor Life,
6 Feb. 2026
Verb
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As a politicized national fight over waste, fraud and abuse led by Republicans have targeted California and its Democratic leadership, Bonta and other state officials have moved swiftly to combat the claims.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2026
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Moreover, the bottle had only ever moved between Burgundy and Bordeaux, a driving distance of roughly 300 miles.—
Pin Yen Tan 9 min ago,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
Noun
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For an additional price, guests can get a hardcover copy of the book.—
Travis Pinson,
Dallas Morning News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Old hardcover books with red covers or gold edges add a festive touch to any vignette.—
Ashley Poskin,
Martha Stewart,
1 Feb. 2026
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The findings were published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Feb. 2026
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The study, which was published in the journal Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers & Prevention, had several limitations, the researchers acknowledged.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Book.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/book. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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