What is another word for threw the book at?
Pronunciation: [θɹˈuː ðə bˈʊk at] (IPA) 
"Threw the book at" is a popular colloquial phrase that means to impose strict punishment or consequences for someone's actions. There are a variety of synonyms for this phrase, such as "throw the book at someone", "throw the full weight of the law at someone", "throw everything at someone", "hit someone hard with the law", "give someone the maximum penalty", "throw the full bookshelf at someone", "punish someone to the full extent of the law", and "throw the kitchen sink at someone". The use of these synonyms conveys a sense of full accountability for actions and no possibility of leniency. These phrases are common in legal procedures, justice systems, and contexts where strict discipline is necessary.
