bring someone to book
US /brɪŋ ˈsʌm.wʌn tuː bʊk/
UK /brɪŋ ˈsʌm.wʌn tuː bʊk/
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惩罚, 追究责任
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.
是时候惩罚他不负责任的行为了。
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The police are determined to bring the culprits to book.
警方决心将罪犯绳之以法。