by the book
US /baɪ ðə bʊk/
UK /baɪ ðə bʊk/
1.
sesuai aturan, menurut prosedur
strictly according to the rules or established procedures
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We have to do everything by the book to avoid any legal issues.
Kita harus melakukan semuanya sesuai aturan untuk menghindari masalah hukum.
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The manager always runs the department strictly by the book.
Manajer selalu menjalankan departemen dengan ketat sesuai aturan.