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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3
as in facts
something that actually exists
this has never been the case before
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4
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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5
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
Shawn Tully, Fortune, 1 Nov. 2025
Symptoms include coughing, shortness of breath, chest discomfort, increases in mortality and hospital admissions from respiratory diseases, asthma attacks and new cases of asthma, the EPA said.
—Matthew Robinson, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
And critically, in most cases, don’t use liquid cleaners on shag rugs.
—Jennifer Beck Goldblatt, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2025
Then came more staff – to run the analytics and sports performance and nutrition and, in some cases, the head coach.
—Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 31 Oct. 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, 31 Oct. 2025
In such cases, solidarity and compassion themselves might seem like luxuries next to the all-conquering, primally selfish urge to save your own skin.
—Jessica Kiang, Variety, 31 Oct. 2025
The Coach Outlet is stocked with buttery-soft leather backpacks, stylish crossbody bags, and even small accessories, such as pocket-friendly card cases and sturdy luggage tags, all of which are up to 70 percent off their retail price.
—Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 31 Oct. 2025
The agency is often drawn to cases that interest other federal agencies, including ICE, said Denholm, now a professor in George Mason University’s Department of Criminology, Law and Society.
—Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 30 Oct. 2025
Shawn Tully, Fortune, 1 Nov. 2025
Symptoms include coughing, shortness of breath, chest discomfort, increases in mortality and hospital admissions from respiratory diseases, asthma attacks and new cases of asthma, the EPA said.
—Matthew Robinson, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
And critically, in most cases, don’t use liquid cleaners on shag rugs.
—Jennifer Beck Goldblatt, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2025
Then came more staff – to run the analytics and sports performance and nutrition and, in some cases, the head coach.
—Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 31 Oct. 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, 31 Oct. 2025
In such cases, solidarity and compassion themselves might seem like luxuries next to the all-conquering, primally selfish urge to save your own skin.
—Jessica Kiang, Variety, 31 Oct. 2025
The Coach Outlet is stocked with buttery-soft leather backpacks, stylish crossbody bags, and even small accessories, such as pocket-friendly card cases and sturdy luggage tags, all of which are up to 70 percent off their retail price.
—Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 31 Oct. 2025
The agency is often drawn to cases that interest other federal agencies, including ICE, said Denholm, now a professor in George Mason University’s Department of Criminology, Law and Society.
—Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 30 Oct. 2025
Noun
In all those cases, the fund may lack the capital for seizing the opportunity.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 1 Nov. 2025
Symptoms include coughing, shortness of breath, chest discomfort, increases in mortality and hospital admissions from respiratory diseases, asthma attacks and new cases of asthma, the EPA said.
—Matthew Robinson, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
And critically, in most cases, don’t use liquid cleaners on shag rugs.
—Jennifer Beck Goldblatt, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2025
Then came more staff – to run the analytics and sports performance and nutrition and, in some cases, the head coach.
—Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 31 Oct. 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, 31 Oct. 2025
In such cases, solidarity and compassion themselves might seem like luxuries next to the all-conquering, primally selfish urge to save your own skin.
—Jessica Kiang, Variety, 31 Oct. 2025
The Coach Outlet is stocked with buttery-soft leather backpacks, stylish crossbody bags, and even small accessories, such as pocket-friendly card cases and sturdy luggage tags, all of which are up to 70 percent off their retail price.
—Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 31 Oct. 2025
The agency is often drawn to cases that interest other federal agencies, including ICE, said Denholm, now a professor in George Mason University’s Department of Criminology, Law and Society.
—Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 30 Oct. 2025
Verb
In all those cases, the fund may lack the capital for seizing the opportunity.
—Shawn Tully, Fortune, 1 Nov. 2025
Symptoms include coughing, shortness of breath, chest discomfort, increases in mortality and hospital admissions from respiratory diseases, asthma attacks and new cases of asthma, the EPA said.
—Matthew Robinson, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
And critically, in most cases, don’t use liquid cleaners on shag rugs.
—Jennifer Beck Goldblatt, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2025
Then came more staff – to run the analytics and sports performance and nutrition and, in some cases, the head coach.
—Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 31 Oct. 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, 31 Oct. 2025
In such cases, solidarity and compassion themselves might seem like luxuries next to the all-conquering, primally selfish urge to save your own skin.
—Jessica Kiang, Variety, 31 Oct. 2025
The Coach Outlet is stocked with buttery-soft leather backpacks, stylish crossbody bags, and even small accessories, such as pocket-friendly card cases and sturdy luggage tags, all of which are up to 70 percent off their retail price.
—Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 31 Oct. 2025
The agency is often drawn to cases that interest other federal agencies, including ICE, said Denholm, now a professor in George Mason University’s Department of Criminology, Law and Society.
—Sarah Cutler, Idaho Statesman, 30 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cases
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The district encompasses Petersburg, as well as eastern Dinwiddie County to Surry County, and parts of Prince George’s County.—
Emily Hallas,
The Washington Examiner,
31 Oct. 2025
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The deal also encompasses development of a Crime Junkie FAST Channel that to be distributed across Fox streaming platforms Tubi and Fox One, third-party platforms and an on-demand collection of video podcast episodes.—
Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Oct. 2025
Verb
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That fits into the bigger picture of this album.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
28 Oct. 2025
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The half-circle shape sits flush along the wall, and the distressed white wood fits in with both modern and farmhouse rooms.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
28 Oct. 2025
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Reportedly, the company intends to reuse the fundamental robotic core — which houses the complex multimodal interaction and motion-control technology — to create a diverse range of new figures.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Oct. 2025
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The company was founded by high school buddies Mark Warren and Chris Pence, who came together to start the business in 2012 and have since expanded into a 13,000-square-foot facility that houses a 20-person team.—
Alaina Chou,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
29 Oct. 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 5 Nov. 2025.
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