by the book in English:

1. according to the rule

English word "by the book"(according to the rule) occurs in sets:

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2. following instructions and doing it properly

English word "by the book"(following instructions and doing it properly) occurs in sets:

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3. exactly according to rules or instructions

English word "by the book"(exactly according to rules or instructions) occurs in sets:

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