bring to book

Idioms and Phrases

Call to account, investigate. For example, He was acquitted, but one day soon he'll be brought to book , or As for your records, the IRS is sure to bring you to book concerning your tax deductions . This term uses book in the sense of “a written record,” such as an account book or ledger. [c. 1800]

Example Sentences

The army has said the attacks on military installations on May 9 were "pre-planned" by Khan's party leaders and had resolved to bring to book everyone involved.

From Reuters

She believes that Kenya's investigative agencies must swing into action and bring to book former governors who oversaw corruption that led to huge debts caused by payments to ghost, or non-existent, workers and unpaid bills, among other issues.

From BBC

"I'm calling on the football authorities to investigate both matches and bring to book anyone found wanting. And if nobody is found guilty of any crime then so be it."

From BBC

Lawyer Avi Singh, who is representing Siddiqui’s family, said the complaint seeks to bring to book at least six high-ranking Taliban leaders and high-level commanders for war crimes and crimes against humanity.

From Seattle Times

Third, Mr Nyusi must chuck out and in some cases bring to book the old guard around Mr Guebuza, reputed to be one of Mozambique’s richest men.

From Economist