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as in sheaths
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it
those binoculars come with their own case
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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
Arkansas Online, 21 Feb. 2026
It has been used in other high-profile cases like that of Joseph DeAngelo, dubbed the Golden State Killer, and Bryan Kohberger, who was charged with the murder of four University of Idaho students in 2022.
—Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 21 Feb. 2026
Most of this year’s cases are in South Carolina, but Florida has reported 63 cases and neighboring North Carolina 15, including one hospitalization.
—Jennifer Berry Hawes, CNN Money, 21 Feb. 2026
The agency has struggled to meet federal and state deadlines, with over one-third of cash assistance cases still facing delays as of late 2024 and throughout 2025.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 20 Feb. 2026
The wines were meticulously stored over the past two decades, meaning cases and bottles are immaculate.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 20 Feb. 2026
Add to that a backlog of federal immigration cases and the ongoing legal fallout from the administration’s mass-deportation push, and the result is an organization that is thoroughly overwhelmed.
—Will Gottsegen, The Atlantic, 20 Feb. 2026
This melting snow then runs downwards and refreezes, causing, in some cases, some pretty scary looking icicles.
—Asia London Palomba, The Spruce, 20 Feb. 2026
McCarthy warned that being too quick to bring untested criminal cases against political adversaries risks damaging institutional legitimacy regardless of which party is in power.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 15 Feb. 2026
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In other cases, there might be hundreds of these chameleon companies registered at a single address.
—Arkansas Online, 21 Feb. 2026
It has been used in other high-profile cases like that of Joseph DeAngelo, dubbed the Golden State Killer, and Bryan Kohberger, who was charged with the murder of four University of Idaho students in 2022.
—Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 21 Feb. 2026
Most of this year’s cases are in South Carolina, but Florida has reported 63 cases and neighboring North Carolina 15, including one hospitalization.
—Jennifer Berry Hawes, CNN Money, 21 Feb. 2026
The agency has struggled to meet federal and state deadlines, with over one-third of cash assistance cases still facing delays as of late 2024 and throughout 2025.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 20 Feb. 2026
The wines were meticulously stored over the past two decades, meaning cases and bottles are immaculate.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 20 Feb. 2026
Add to that a backlog of federal immigration cases and the ongoing legal fallout from the administration’s mass-deportation push, and the result is an organization that is thoroughly overwhelmed.
—Will Gottsegen, The Atlantic, 20 Feb. 2026
This melting snow then runs downwards and refreezes, causing, in some cases, some pretty scary looking icicles.
—Asia London Palomba, The Spruce, 20 Feb. 2026
McCarthy warned that being too quick to bring untested criminal cases against political adversaries risks damaging institutional legitimacy regardless of which party is in power.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 15 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cases
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Tax relief is a broad term that encompasses any method of reducing or managing federal tax liability, and can include tax rebates.—
Jessica Walrack,
USA Today,
16 Feb. 2026
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The menu has been entirely reworked at Social Desiii, and encompasses a range of cuisines from across India.—
Jacob Wilt,
Memphis Commercial Appeal,
16 Feb. 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
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The Army now wants to determine how the system fits into its own brigade-level operations.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Feb. 2026
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Upgrade to footwear that fits, feels and functions better.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
16 Feb. 2026
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Travelers interested in architecture and urban design have to spend at least an afternoon—if not a full day—in the Dallas Arts District, which reportedly houses the most buildings designed by Pritzker award-winning architects anywhere in the world.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Feb. 2026
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The 33-room property also houses two restaurants, a cafe, a library, a ballroom, and a gift shop.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
15 Feb. 2026
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The country currently shelters nearly 2 million refugees, the most in Africa.—
Nimi Princewill,
CNN Money,
14 Jan. 2026
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This slime shelters symbiotic nitrogen-fixing bacteria.—
Andrew Coletti,
Popular Science,
14 Jan. 2026
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In reality, Puertorriqueñidad encases a variety of stories, styles, shades, and textures, which were displayed through every narrative tool possible, including the varied characters, scenery, and fashion choices of the production.—
Sofía Viera,
Allure,
9 Feb. 2026
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Designed from high-temperature polyimide aerogel, the armor encases the drone’s sensitive parts in a single cast structure.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Jan. 2026
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