close the book(s) on (someone or something)
close the book(s) on (someone or something)
To decide that a particular situation has ended; to conclude something; to stop considering something as an option. Mindy was our top candidate for the job, but we had to close the books on her when we learned that she had lied on her resume. I think it's time for me to close the books on this situation because I'm clearly never getting my money back.
See also: close, on
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
close the books on someone or something
Fig. to declare that a matter concerning someone or something is finished. (The books here originally referred to financial accounting records.) It's time to close the books on Fred. He's had enough time to apologize to us.
See also: book, close, on
McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.
close the book on something
If you close the book on a difficult or unpleasant situation, you bring it to a definite end. The aim is a deal to pay out compensation and close the book on war damages claims. Lawyers say they are happy to close the book on one of the most frustrating chapters of the company's history.
See also: book, close, on, something
Collins COBUILD Idioms Dictionary, 3rd ed.
close the ˈbook on something
stop doing something because you no longer believe you will be successful or will find a solution: The police have closed the book on the case (= they have stopped trying to solve it).See also: book, close, on, something
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
close the book on
To make a final effort regarding (something); bring to a conclusion: closed the book on her career with a fine performance.
See also: book, close, on
American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fifth Edition.
- a/the feel of (something)
- (I) wouldn't (do something) if I were you
- a straw will show which way the wind blows
- a crack at (someone or something)
- all right
- (you) wanna make something of it?
- all for the best
- a thing of the past
- a slew of (something)
- a bird in the hand