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as in sheath
something that encloses another thing especially to protect it
those binoculars come with their own case
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as in bin
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 patient
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 example
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 fact
something that actually exists
this has never been the case before
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as in explanation
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 bout
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 possibility
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 problem
something that requires thought and skill for resolution
that's a tough case to solve
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Recent Examples of case
Paul Du Quenoy, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Mar. 2025
Additionally, in her second Combs case ruling today, US District Judge Jennifer Rochon rejected a Jane Doe motion to keep her real intently hidden.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 27 Mar. 2025
Michael Moore Jr., Miami Herald, 15 Mar. 2025
This Apple Watch Series 10 GPS model offers a larger 46mm screen with 30% more display area and a jet-black aluminum casing with a black sports band.
—Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 3 Jan. 2025
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President Donald Trump's MAGA base has expressed skepticism after U.S. District Judge James Boasberg—who presided over the migrant deportation case—was also assigned to a new lawsuit involving high-ranking Cabinet officials' messaging of military activity via the Signal app.
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Investigators later matched it to a shell casing from the shooting scene, police said.
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The expansive tented suites feature large decks overlooking the valley, private plunge pools, outdoor showers, and tactile interiors enclosed by screen doors, allowing the sounds of the wild to lull guests to sleep.—
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There are plans for a third building that will stretch between Hamlin and Ridgeway that will more fully enclose the complex’s courtyard.—
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In a whimsical twist, Lady Peel’s portrait would revisit Roth later in the evening – on a shortbread cookie encased inside a chocolate art crate on his dessert plate.—
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The bra cups need to encase all of the breast tissue and mold to your breast shape, with no spillage or creasing in the cup.—
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It’s made from soft PU leather, fits up to four cards, and has a rotating kickstand ring to prop your phone on a table (or seatback tray).—
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And while the 26-year-old would give Arsenal a more direct goal threat, would Arteta be willing to change his style to facilitate his natural play, or would the striker have to learn to fit into the system?—
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The order for American Dad! will encompass seasons 20 through 23, by Fox’s count.—
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Shondaland’s new Digital Media division will encompass all of the company’s digital marketing properties such as social media, a new A/V team for video and audio production, and the shondaland.com website.—
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The 24/7 manufacturing site houses six production lines — four plastic bottle lines and two can lines — pumping out 40 million cases annually.—
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After all, who wouldn’t want to house their garlic in a gorgeous vintage-style home?—
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Padilla said officials recognized the need and have planned for equipment to be shipped to accommodate private attorney calls.—
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Listen to this article Solana Beach has issued permits for 178 out of 875 housing units that the city needs to accommodate as part of the state’s Regional Housing Needs Allocation process, but none yet for very low income units, according to an annual update at the March 26 City Council meeting.—
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“Case.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/case. Accessed 7 Apr. 2025.
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