have your nose in a book, magazine, etc.

have (one's) nose in a book

To be reading a book. Often used of people who always seem to be reading. He's had his nose in a book for the entire camping trip. I wish he would take a break and enjoy the scenery. Poor Mary is so shy. She just has her nose in a book wherever she goes. If you ask me, flights always go by faster when you have your nose in a book.

See also: book, have, nose

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have your nose in a ˈbook, magaˈzine, etc.

(informal) be reading something and giving it all your attention: She’s always got her nose in a book.

See also: have, nose

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