1
as in sheaths
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it
those binoculars come with their own case
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2
as in bins
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 patients
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 examples
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 facts
something that actually exists
this has never been the case before
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as in reasons
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 bouts
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 possibilities
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 problems
something that requires thought and skill for resolution
that's a tough case to solve
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Recent Examples of cases
Jay Weaver, Sun Sentinel, 3 May 2026
Historian Marvin Dunn echoed that concern, describing a disconnect among younger Black people who did not live through — and in many cases were never deeply taught about — the violence, intimidation and systemic barriers that shaped earlier generations’ fight for the ballot.
—Miami Herald, 2 May 2026
The commission has reviewed other cases involving officers from around the state accused of misconduct, among them several from the LAPD, including a former homicide detective repeatedly arrested on drunk driving charges and a detective accused of purchasing a possible silencer from China.
—Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2026
Presnell in his April 9 order rebuked Florida Virtual School for its pursuit of nationwide damages, writing that its lawyers had presented no proof that the school had suffered financial harm, an essential element of trademark infringement cases.
—Annie Martin, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 May 2026
The three cases date to the first few months of the new administration, but judges have continued to find violations since then, including in two cases in April.
—ABC News, 2 May 2026
The criminal cases underscore the growing use of AI chatbots for personal advice and the lack of privacy protections for those conversations.
—Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 2 May 2026
Over nine events spanning four and a half years, 626 individuals resolved 757 warrant cases through Fresh Start.
—Jamie Leary, CBS News, 2 May 2026
Through some careful engineering, Roberts, Alito, and their allies have created a trap for voting-rights cases.
—Vann R. Newkirk Ii, The Atlantic, 2 May 2026
Noun
King was perhaps most respected for his decisions on immigration cases.
—Jay Weaver, Sun Sentinel, 3 May 2026
Historian Marvin Dunn echoed that concern, describing a disconnect among younger Black people who did not live through — and in many cases were never deeply taught about — the violence, intimidation and systemic barriers that shaped earlier generations’ fight for the ballot.
—Miami Herald, 2 May 2026
The commission has reviewed other cases involving officers from around the state accused of misconduct, among them several from the LAPD, including a former homicide detective repeatedly arrested on drunk driving charges and a detective accused of purchasing a possible silencer from China.
—Los Angeles Times, 2 May 2026
Presnell in his April 9 order rebuked Florida Virtual School for its pursuit of nationwide damages, writing that its lawyers had presented no proof that the school had suffered financial harm, an essential element of trademark infringement cases.
—Annie Martin, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 May 2026
The three cases date to the first few months of the new administration, but judges have continued to find violations since then, including in two cases in April.
—ABC News, 2 May 2026
The criminal cases underscore the growing use of AI chatbots for personal advice and the lack of privacy protections for those conversations.
—Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 2 May 2026
Over nine events spanning four and a half years, 626 individuals resolved 757 warrant cases through Fresh Start.
—Jamie Leary, CBS News, 2 May 2026
Through some careful engineering, Roberts, Alito, and their allies have created a trap for voting-rights cases.
—Vann R. Newkirk Ii, The Atlantic, 2 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cases
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An 18-year veteran of the studio, Kozlowski’s experience at Lionsgate encompasses strategy, distribution, marketing, data and analytics.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
4 May 2026
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With Vice Mayor Pam Foley terming out, five individuals are vying for her District 9 seat, which encompasses a southwestern portion in San Jose, including the Cambrian Park neighborhood.—
Grace Hase,
Mercury News,
4 May 2026
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This process continues for decades until eventually, one day, immune mediators rupture the cap that encloses the plaque.—
Mary J. Scourboutakos,
The Conversation,
19 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Andrew Chafin, a lefty who has bounced around to eight teams, has given Kwan fits, too.—
Zack Meisel,
New York Times,
4 May 2026
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As the day builds, Mars challenges Jupiter, pushing you to do more than fits your capacity.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
4 May 2026
Verb
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The Broadway theater that houses The Book of Mormon caught fire Monday morning, with fire officials describing it as a three-alarm fire.—
Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
4 May 2026
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The Met Gala is a major fundraiser for the museum’s Costume Institute, which houses numerous historic pieces of fashion and related artifacts.—
Adam Carlson,
PEOPLE,
4 May 2026
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Remove firewood, bricks, boards, tarps, or vegetation up against the house, which shelters insects that provide food for spiders, says Gray.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
2 Apr. 2026
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Though Brigitta despises him, Maria shelters him.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
1 Apr. 2026
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The design uses a privacy wall that encases both seats in the last row, similar to those found in first-class seats with privacy doors.—
Colson Thayer,
PEOPLE,
24 Apr. 2026
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The tourbillon version encases an appealing tension between the 270-piece complication’s visceral architecture and Roth’s flair for aristocratic typefaces and theatrical curves.—
Adam Erace,
Fortune,
4 Apr. 2026
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