playbook

/ˈpleɪˌbʊk/
noun
  1. A book containing a team's plans and strategies for a sport, especially football.
    • The quarterback studied the playbook every night before the big game.
    • She memorized the entire playbook to be ready for any situation on the field.
    • The coach handed each player a new playbook with updated offensive plays.
  2. A set of strategies or plans used by a person, group, or organization to achieve a goal.
    • Her playbook for starting a business includes finding a mentor and building a network.
    • The company followed the same marketing playbook that made their first product a success.
    • Politicians often use a standard playbook for handling scandals.
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