test case

NOUN

representative occurrence

Synonyms

STRONGEST

precedent

WEAK

acid test crucial test experiment first case first occurrence

Example Sentences

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"The fact this really was a test case for environmental policies, can we defend against rising sea levels and increased storms?"

From BBC • May 4, 2026

Cuba could be the next test case for the Vatican’s diplomatic role.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

Her trial was a test case in multi-district litigation against major social media companies.

From Salon • Apr. 16, 2026

Carvajal-Muñoz, of course, did not set out to be the test case for this theory.

From Slate • Apr. 15, 2026

In 1897, he found his ideal test case.

From "The Gene" by Siddhartha Mukherjee