The phrase "be in print" refers to the state of a written work being available in published form. There are some interesting synonyms to describe this phenomenon. One such synonym is "be published", which simply means that the work has been made available for the public to access. Another synonym is "be on the shelves", which refers to the notion that the written work is available for purchase and can be found in bookstores. Finally, "be out there" is another colloquial expression that describes the state of a written work being in print and readily available to readers. With the rise of digital publishing, these synonyms may also apply to online publications.