Nose in a book

Meaning:

This idiom is used to describe a person who is studying or reading a book. It is most commonly used to describe someone who is constantly reading. We often use it to talk about someone who loves reading books. It is usually used with the verb "to have".

Example sentences:

1. She always has her nose in a book.
2. I like to have my nose in a book.
3. I had my nose in a book all summer.

Example dialogue:

A mother is talking to a friend about how her daughter loves to read.

A: How's Jeannie doing?
B: She's doing quite well. She spends a lot of time reading these days.
A: Oh, really. What kind of books does she read?
B: I'm not sure, to tell you the truth. But she always has her nose in a book.

Practice:

Do you often have your nose in a book?