by the book
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by the book
phrase by-the-book
- In a manner which strictly adheres to rules, legal requirements, or official procedures. As far as he is concerned, he umpired by the book.
- In a manner which appears too studied, ritualized, and therefore artificial. Romeo: Sin from thy lips? O trespass sweetly urged! Give me my sin again. They kiss again. Juliet: You kiss by th' book.
