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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
Tamara Qiblawi, CNN Money, 7 Nov. 2025
These plans are gaining in appeal in some cases for younger Americans without existing health conditions, to save them from paying for full coverage.
—Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
The Senate acquitted him in both cases.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 6 Nov. 2025
Court officials have placed pressure on judges to move through their dockets faster, including by reviewing asylum cases without hearings.
—Ximena Bustillo, NPR, 6 Nov. 2025
Nearly 40% of missing persons in the United States are people of color, and Black children make up about 33% of all missing child cases.
—Dateline Nbc, NBC news, 6 Nov. 2025
Few cases — until the war At first, California’s Alien Land Law was not widely enforced.
—Equal Justice Initiative, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025
And critically, in most cases, don’t use liquid cleaners on shag rugs.
—Jennifer Beck Goldblatt, Architectural Digest, 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
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In some cases, missile parts can even be seen in the images.
—Tamara Qiblawi, CNN Money, 7 Nov. 2025
These plans are gaining in appeal in some cases for younger Americans without existing health conditions, to save them from paying for full coverage.
—Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Nov. 2025
The Senate acquitted him in both cases.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 6 Nov. 2025
Court officials have placed pressure on judges to move through their dockets faster, including by reviewing asylum cases without hearings.
—Ximena Bustillo, NPR, 6 Nov. 2025
Nearly 40% of missing persons in the United States are people of color, and Black children make up about 33% of all missing child cases.
—Dateline Nbc, NBC news, 6 Nov. 2025
Few cases — until the war At first, California’s Alien Land Law was not widely enforced.
—Equal Justice Initiative, USA Today, 6 Nov. 2025
And critically, in most cases, don’t use liquid cleaners on shag rugs.
—Jennifer Beck Goldblatt, Architectural Digest, 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
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
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Made from smooth leather, this compact yet structured style fits just the essentials (your phone, wallet, keys, and sunnies) without feeling bulky.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
4 Nov. 2025
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The Kansas City Chiefs tight end appeared to lean in even deeper to the buzz with his lumberjack-style pregame tunnel fits.—
Brittany Talarico,
PEOPLE,
4 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 7 Nov. 2025.
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