Book Idioms

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hit the books

Meaning: Start studying intensely, especially for an exam or academic purpose.

Example: Finals are next week, so it's time to hit the books. Read more ➺


go by the book

Meaning: Follow rules, procedures, or laws exactly without deviation.

Example: The officer goes by the book, even in emergencies. Read more ➺


in the good books

Meaning: be in somebody's favour or good opinion

Example: He always managed to be in the good books of the bosses, surprised one and all. Read more ➺


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