A deep dive into the origins and usage of the phrase 'throw the book at,' exploring its judicial roots and analogues in literature, movies, and pop culture.
Dive deep into the world of harsh punishments and strict reprimands with the idiom 'throw the book at.' From technicalities in courtrooms to everyday rebukes.
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