bring someone to book
US /brɪŋ ˈsʌm.wʌn tuː bʊk/
UK /brɪŋ ˈsʌm.wʌn tuː bʊk/
1.
to punish someone or make them explain their behavior, especially when they have done something wrong
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It's time to bring him to book for his irresponsible actions.
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The police are determined to bring the culprits to book.