to bring somebody to book

Definice a Význam "bring somebody to book"

to bring somebody to book
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to make someone face the consequences or legal repercussions of their actions

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to [bring] {sb} to book definition and meaning
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The prosecutor is determined to bring the corrupt politician to book for his illegal activities.
The company's HR department is taking swift action to bring the employee who violated the code of conduct to book.
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