The origin of the idiom "have one's nose in a book" is not tied to a specific historical event but rather arises from the literal act of reading. The phrase is used to convey the image of someone deeply engrossed in a book, with their nose figuratively touching the pages due to their intense focus and concentration on the text.

What is the origin of the idiom "have one's nose in a book" and when to use it?

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to [have] {one's} nose in a book

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