Phrase guide

good books

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

Favorable regard; personal approval; kindly treatment.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic, plural, plural-only

Examples

  • If you want to stay in his good books, just don't be lazy or dishonest.
  • We managed to stay in their good books by keeping our noses clean.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: good graces

Antonyms: bad books, black books

History

Etymology

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