record book
A book which lists record-breaking achievements.
Meaning adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
“The athlete hopes to enter the record book this year.”
“After running the fastest marathon in history, the runner earned a permanent place in the record book.”
“His extraordinary performance during the championship secured his legacy, ensuring his name would be etched into the record book for generations to come.”
From record + book.
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bad books
Disfavor.
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balance the books
To add up all the debits and credits.
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blot one's copy book
To damage one's own reputation through bad behavior.
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book burning
Any mass destruction, removal, or recalling of books, motion pictures, broadcasts, or electronic works as a form of censorship, especially motivated by religious or political objections to the material.
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book dumping
The practice of donating old used books that burden rather than assist communities.
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book in
To check in (to a hotel).
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broken record
Someone or something that constantly repeats itself, causing annoyance.
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call someone every name in the book
To call someone many abusive names.
Last updated August 10, 2026