Meaning of the word "by the book" in English
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by the book
US /baɪ ðə bʊk/
UK /baɪ ðə bʊk/
Idiom
1.
strictly according to the rules or established procedures
Example:
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We have to do everything by the book to avoid any legal issues.
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The manager always runs the department strictly by the book.
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