bookish

Example Sentences

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His carefully rehearsed lines and bookish glasses earned him the unwelcome nickname of "Robot Jetten" in his early career.

From Barron's • Feb. 23, 2026

The rapidly growing rail system is a symbol of India’s modernization, and Charu’s bookish father, a workshop manager, believes in the progress it presages.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 20, 2026

It’s a simplistic vision of the world that could appeal to and be well understood by bookish children like me.

From Slate • Jan. 14, 2026

Lauren said she saw herself in the bookish Rory.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 5, 2025

The Union Square area is the place to be for the bookish crowds.

From "What If It's Us" by Becky Albertalli and Adam Silvera