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book smart

Idiom Literature

Meaning

knowledgeable from studying rather than experience

Example Sentences

"He’s book smart but lacks practical experience."

Related Expressions

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to have a good and peaceful sleep

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to have ambitious goals and aspirations

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honest and straightforward; without cheating

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a balance between two conflicting or competing factors

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a very short amount of time

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to speak honestly and directly, even if it’s unpleasant