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as in sheath
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it
those binoculars come with their own case
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as in bin
a covered rectangular container for storing or transporting things
a handy little cosmetics case that matches the rest of her luggage
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as in patient
an individual awaiting or under medical care and treatment
her doctor wishes that all of his cases were as cooperative as she is
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as in example
one of a group or collection that shows what the whole is like
this is a perfect case of people jumping to the wrong conclusion before all the facts are known
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as in fact
something that actually exists
this has never been the case before
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as in explanation
a statement given to explain a belief or act
you'll get a chance to make your case, but unless you're very convincing, your request will be denied
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as in bout
a sudden experiencing of a physical or mental disorder
a young boy suffering from a case of chicken pox
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as in possibility
something that might happen
it may be the case that the cause of the fire will forever remain a mystery
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as in problem
something that requires thought and skill for resolution
that's a tough case to solve
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Recent Examples of case
Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports, arkansasonline.com, 3 Mar. 2025
Florida Power & Light’s rate case comes at a time when the Public Service Commission is under the microscope of other prominent conservatives, which could impact how the regulators approach this request.
—Emily L. Mahoney, Orlando Sentinel, 3 Mar. 2025
Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 5 Nov. 2024
Much of the destruction was cased by the Eaton fire in Altadena and Pasadena and by the Palisades fire, which leveled neighborhoods in Pacific Palisades and Malibu.
—Martha Ross, The Mercury News, 10 Jan. 2025
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Noun
The accusation is also central to South Africa's case at the International Court of Justice accusing Israel of genocide.
—Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports, arkansasonline.com, 3 Mar. 2025
Florida Power & Light’s rate case comes at a time when the Public Service Commission is under the microscope of other prominent conservatives, which could impact how the regulators approach this request.
—Emily L. Mahoney, Orlando Sentinel, 3 Mar. 2025
Verb
There are 538 electors who will case votes in the Electoral College, and a presidential candidate needs to secure at least 270 of those votes in order to win.
—Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 5 Nov. 2024
Much of the destruction was cased by the Eaton fire in Altadena and Pasadena and by the Palisades fire, which leveled neighborhoods in Pacific Palisades and Malibu.
—Martha Ross, The Mercury News, 10 Jan. 2025
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Verb
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To maximize results, the brand has also developed an entire line based on rosemary, enclosed in a convenient kit featuring a detangling brush (for the scalp massage); plus, a scrub and a shampoo, to best purify the scalp and restore it to a normal condition, for visibly stronger and shinier hair.—
Alice Nardiotti,
Vogue,
3 Mar. 2025
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An identical elliptical roof extends from the edge of the original building to greet visitors, enclose security measures and welcome guests into the Shedd.—
Edward Keegan,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Feb. 2025
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Wet rooms are encased by glass doors and walls to hold in warmth and steam.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Mar. 2025
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Mid-century frames encase the drapery, allowing the fabrics to reach to the ceiling without obscuring the original, classic moldings.—
Greg Carannante,
Sun Sentinel,
28 Feb. 2025
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Tropicana also narrowed the label to fit the more compact bottle.—
Nathaniel Meyersohn,
CNN,
26 Feb. 2025
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Expect to see more leagues — NBA and MLS seem to fit the model — try to import 4 Nations-style magic for their all-star games.—
Dan Shanoff,
The Athletic,
26 Feb. 2025
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Sales topped $35 million as the business grew to encompass a line of soups as well as a Keto-friendly line that’s high in protein.—
Chloe Sorvino,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
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There’s something about the porthole windows that make this houseboat—which encompasses a dining space, lounge, kitchen, a pair of bedrooms, and two bathrooms—tenfold cozier.—
Dan Q. Dao,
Architectural Digest,
8 Mar. 2025
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Restaurant Aure is housed in a historic gunpowder house from 1745.—
Noel Burgess,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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Slash-resistant straps and lining will keep this bag firmly at your side throughout the day, while a roomy primary compartment will house all your essentials with room to spare.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Mar. 2025
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Seven sites are projected to accommodate more than 1.5 million people with temporary housing, provided to the displaced during the reconstruction process.—
Emma Graham,
CNBC,
6 Mar. 2025
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Baby Hour, something that savvy urban restaurants are increasingly keen to accommodate.—
Maggie Hennessy,
Bon Appétit,
6 Mar. 2025
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“Case.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/case. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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