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What is the difference in meaning- you read that book and have to book?

You're right to spot the difference! It's all about the context and how the words are used. Here's the breakdown:

"You read that book" - This is a simple statement about the action of reading a book. It's past tense, meaning the reading has already happened.

"You have to book" - This means you need to make a reservation, usually for something like a flight, hotel, or restaurant. It implies a future action, something you need to do.

The difference lies in the verb:

* Read refers to the action of absorbing information from a book.

* Book refers to making a reservation or securing something in advance.

Example:

Imagine someone is discussing a travel plan. They might say:

* *"You read that book about Italy? I think I should book a flight there!"*

Here, "read" is about the past action of gaining information about Italy, while "book" is about the future action of securing a flight.

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