An outstanding or unusual achievement or event. "Last night's game was one for the record books!"
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If you blot your copybook...
You do something that makes other people respect or trust you less. "She saw her sister blot her copybook by being quoted in the press."
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If you hit the books...
You begin to study in a serious and determined way. " I have to hit the books this weekend; I have two exams next week."
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If you take something as read...
You accept that something is true without making sure that it is. " I just took it as read that anyone who applied for the job would have the qualifications."
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A turn up for the books refers to...
A surprising or unexpected event. "Well, that's a turn-up for the books - I never thought he'd get the job!"
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If you throw the book at someone...
You charge or punish them to the full extent of the law or regulations. "If caught, they'll throw the book at him for breaking into the secure facility."
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If you read someone like a book...
You understand their thoughts or intentions easily. "She's an open book; you can read her like a book, and she'll tell you exactly what's on her mind."
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If you throw the rulebook out of the window...
You disregard or ignore established rules or conventions."In times of crisis, sometimes you have to throw the rulebook out of the window and be flexible."
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If you shut the book on something...
You bring it to an end. "It's time to shut the book on that chapter of our lives and move forward."
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When you read the fine print...
You carefully examine the details, especially the T&Cs of something. "Before signing a contract, it's essential to read the fine print to avoid surprises."
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If someone is brought to book...
They will be held accountable or made face the consequences of their actions. "Those responsible for the fraud will be brought to book and prosecuted."
