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
Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 13 Sep. 2025
The three names all have an overweight rating, market capitalizations below $20 billion and could offer upside between 20% to 50% based on Morgan Stanley analysts’ base and bull cases.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 12 Sep. 2025
In some cases, going overboard on protein and not balancing it with fiber could lead to weight gain or digestive problems.
—Jacqueline Howard, CNN Money, 12 Sep. 2025
Manuel Antonio Cardenas, a Chicago-area attorney who represented Villegas-Gonzalez in his traffic cases, is calling for a full investigation into the fatal shooting.
—Michael Loria, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Medications can also help in many cases.
—Alice Park, Time, 12 Sep. 2025
Authorities in each of those cases have largely determined that no active threat is present.
—Peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
In many cases, the two reasons amount to the same thing, with the same cause.
—Jeremy Lott, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025
Detective Tara Augustin, a longtime member of the Montgomery County Department of Police in Maryland, always wanted to work on cold cases.
—Claire Lempert, ABC News, 12 Sep. 2025
Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 13 Sep. 2025
The three names all have an overweight rating, market capitalizations below $20 billion and could offer upside between 20% to 50% based on Morgan Stanley analysts’ base and bull cases.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 12 Sep. 2025
In some cases, going overboard on protein and not balancing it with fiber could lead to weight gain or digestive problems.
—Jacqueline Howard, CNN Money, 12 Sep. 2025
Manuel Antonio Cardenas, a Chicago-area attorney who represented Villegas-Gonzalez in his traffic cases, is calling for a full investigation into the fatal shooting.
—Michael Loria, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Medications can also help in many cases.
—Alice Park, Time, 12 Sep. 2025
Authorities in each of those cases have largely determined that no active threat is present.
—Peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
In many cases, the two reasons amount to the same thing, with the same cause.
—Jeremy Lott, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025
Detective Tara Augustin, a longtime member of the Montgomery County Department of Police in Maryland, always wanted to work on cold cases.
—Claire Lempert, ABC News, 12 Sep. 2025
Noun
In some cases, triglyceride levels rose by factors of 100 or more.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 13 Sep. 2025
The three names all have an overweight rating, market capitalizations below $20 billion and could offer upside between 20% to 50% based on Morgan Stanley analysts’ base and bull cases.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 12 Sep. 2025
In some cases, going overboard on protein and not balancing it with fiber could lead to weight gain or digestive problems.
—Jacqueline Howard, CNN Money, 12 Sep. 2025
Manuel Antonio Cardenas, a Chicago-area attorney who represented Villegas-Gonzalez in his traffic cases, is calling for a full investigation into the fatal shooting.
—Michael Loria, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Medications can also help in many cases.
—Alice Park, Time, 12 Sep. 2025
Authorities in each of those cases have largely determined that no active threat is present.
—Peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
In many cases, the two reasons amount to the same thing, with the same cause.
—Jeremy Lott, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025
Detective Tara Augustin, a longtime member of the Montgomery County Department of Police in Maryland, always wanted to work on cold cases.
—Claire Lempert, ABC News, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
In some cases, triglyceride levels rose by factors of 100 or more.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 13 Sep. 2025
The three names all have an overweight rating, market capitalizations below $20 billion and could offer upside between 20% to 50% based on Morgan Stanley analysts’ base and bull cases.
—Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 12 Sep. 2025
In some cases, going overboard on protein and not balancing it with fiber could lead to weight gain or digestive problems.
—Jacqueline Howard, CNN Money, 12 Sep. 2025
Manuel Antonio Cardenas, a Chicago-area attorney who represented Villegas-Gonzalez in his traffic cases, is calling for a full investigation into the fatal shooting.
—Michael Loria, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Medications can also help in many cases.
—Alice Park, Time, 12 Sep. 2025
Authorities in each of those cases have largely determined that no active threat is present.
—Peter Aitken, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Sep. 2025
In many cases, the two reasons amount to the same thing, with the same cause.
—Jeremy Lott, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025
Detective Tara Augustin, a longtime member of the Montgomery County Department of Police in Maryland, always wanted to work on cold cases.
—Claire Lempert, ABC News, 12 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cases
Verb
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The transaction also encompasses a long-term commercial agreement for EchoStar’s Boost Mobile subscribers to access SpaceX’s Starlink direct-to-cell service.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
8 Sep. 2025
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The collection of conditions — which includes obesity, ADHD, diabetes and depression — encompasses many of the 342 million people in the United States.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Home Depot’s acquisition of GMS fits squarely within this strategy to own supply chain chokepoints.—
Brian Delp,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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This phenomenon fits a general trend toward multipolarity, where the geopolitical landscape is no longer defined solely by the bipolar rivalry that characterized the Cold War.—
Collin J. Meisel,
The Conversation,
9 Sep. 2025
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The first floor houses a dining room, workshop, and two-car garage.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
10 Sep. 2025
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Authorities said the suspect had approached the outside of the Annunciation Catholic Church, which also houses a school, and fired inside — killing two children and injuring more than a dozen others.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
10 Sep. 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 15 Sep. 2025.
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