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单词 by the book
释义

by the book

Strictly according to the rules: a cop who doesn’t exactly play it by the book...
  • For such policemen, I have no feelings, they ought to be dealt with strictly by the book.
  • We even have to keep an open mind about whether there were any dealings that weren't strictly by the book.
  • Business as usual, even when done strictly by the book, is not necessarily the safest way of operating.

Synonyms

according to the rules, in accordance with the rules, within the law, abiding by the law, lawfully, legally, legitimately, licitly;
honestly, fairly, openly
informal on the level, on the up and up, fair and square
See parent entry: book
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