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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
Eduardo Tansley, New York Times, 8 Nov. 2025
In many of these cases, individual players have got caught by highly sensitive algorithms put in place by the betting companies to detect unusual activity.
—Jay Caspian Kang, New Yorker, 7 Nov. 2025
Zavala wasn’t involved with Meyer-Kaiser’s pilot study and hasn’t investigated aquatic cold cases.
—Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 7 Nov. 2025
The indictments mean those criminal cases skip the preliminary hearing phase and move straight to trial.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 7 Nov. 2025
Two other cases are still pending, according to ICE.
—Landon Mion , Brooke Taylor, FOXNews.com, 7 Nov. 2025
In some cases, the frost is severe enough to end the growing season and is then referred to as a 'killing frost'.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 7 Nov. 2025
Nearly 55,000 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed among Brazil’s indigenous peoples while 1,072 from 163 tribes have died, according to APIB.
—Adriana Brasileiro, Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
Many of these cold cases, reopened decades later, were deemed unprosecutable due to deceased suspects and lost evidence.
—Equal Justice Initiative, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025
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In some cases, actions of the British armed forces have been described as unjustified.
—Eduardo Tansley, New York Times, 8 Nov. 2025
In many of these cases, individual players have got caught by highly sensitive algorithms put in place by the betting companies to detect unusual activity.
—Jay Caspian Kang, New Yorker, 7 Nov. 2025
Zavala wasn’t involved with Meyer-Kaiser’s pilot study and hasn’t investigated aquatic cold cases.
—Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 7 Nov. 2025
The indictments mean those criminal cases skip the preliminary hearing phase and move straight to trial.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 7 Nov. 2025
Two other cases are still pending, according to ICE.
—Landon Mion , Brooke Taylor, FOXNews.com, 7 Nov. 2025
In some cases, the frost is severe enough to end the growing season and is then referred to as a 'killing frost'.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 7 Nov. 2025
Nearly 55,000 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed among Brazil’s indigenous peoples while 1,072 from 163 tribes have died, according to APIB.
—Adriana Brasileiro, Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
Many of these cold cases, reopened decades later, were deemed unprosecutable due to deceased suspects and lost evidence.
—Equal Justice Initiative, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cases
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Markle’s taste in shoes also encompasses styles from brands like Manolo Blahnik, Stuart Weitzman and Sarah Flint, among others.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
10 Nov. 2025
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Keweenaw National Historic Park encompasses both public and private sites throughout the Keweenaw Peninsula in the Upper Peninsula and features heritage sites from the area's copper mining history.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
10 Nov. 2025
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Aflalo’s studio fits squarely into this movement, offering a more intimate, refined experience that aligns with her design philosophy.—
Kathy Lee,
Footwear News,
11 Nov. 2025
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Choose the right magnesium supplement 💊 There are many over-the-counter magnesium supplements, and knowing which one fits your needs can be confusing.—
Abby Norman,
Verywell Health,
11 Nov. 2025
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Inside 26 Federal Plaza, the building that houses New York City’s immigration courts, ICE officers and Border Patrol agents have been patrolling the halls and positioning themselves outside courtrooms to detain migrants moments after their hearings.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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The Museu Afro Brasil houses some 6,000 artifacts telling this layered story through incredible visuals.—
Jade Moyano,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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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,
11 Oct. 2025
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The ultra-soft clogs are made out of a plush faux shearling fabric that encases a springy foam midsole.—
Michelle Tchea,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Feb. 2025
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This spinal area lies just outside the dura mater, and is a tough membrane that encases the spinal cord and the system that allows cerebrospinal fluid to circulate.—
Stephen C. George,
Discover Magazine,
20 Feb. 2025
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“Cases.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cases. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
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