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Cook the Books' Meaning

Discover the meaning and usage of the phrase "cook the books" through this video.

"Cook the books" means to alter financial records or figures dishonestly, often to steal money.

For example: "The actor discovered after a while that his agent was cooking the books.".

Using this expression can help you sound more like a native speaker and enhance your understanding of financial and business contexts. Watch our video to see how "cook the books" is used in real-life situations and practice incorporating it into your own speech. 

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