book in
Britishverb
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to reserve a room for (oneself or someone else) at a hotel
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to record something in a book or register, esp one's arrival at a hotel
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I greeted the door woman, bought a bottle of water, grabbed a bar stool against the far wall, and opened the book in progress on my phone until the show started.
From Salon ● Oct. 21, 2026
“Just having a newborn, I was like, ‘Why can’t I go read this book in a fantasy-themed cabin?’
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 20, 2026
Events have overtaken the book in that regard, as Mr. Valensi announced a “temporary break” from the band as it tours this year.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026
The acclaimed author will discuss his book in Los Angeles on Wednesday.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 17, 2026
Henry marked his place with a ribbon and slipped the book in his breast pocket.
From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt
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