open-and-shut
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The agency says it has an open and shut case.
From Barron's • Jan. 16, 2026
“This should have been an open and shut case. Yet, I was left completely in the dark without any information or options for the care I deserved.”
From Salon • Aug. 15, 2024
The crossing, which has been open and shut frequently over the years, is now also the only crossing point for humanitarian aid.
From BBC • Nov. 4, 2023
“My sister’s memory has been lost in the media circus created around this very open and shut case,” Oliver said.
From Washington Times • Jun. 29, 2023
He could feel his mouth clapping open and shut idiotically.
From "The Assassination of Brangwain Spurge" by M.T. Anderson and Eugene Yelchin
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