Definitions

test case

NOUN

representative occurrence

Synonyms

STRONGEST

precedent

WEAK

acid test crucial test experiment first case first occurrence

Example Sentences

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As one of the few countries outside the U.S. or China able to attempt a wide degree of AI autonomy, South Korea has emerged as a test case for sovereign AI.

From The Wall Street Journal

But until there is a test case, it's not exactly clear what the rules do and do not cover.

From BBC

Now, antimony is emerging as an important test case of whether the U.S. can restore supply chains devastated by decades of Chinese dominance.

From The Wall Street Journal

They are now left with 48 representatives on the council, which is seen by the party as a test case of its ability to govern.

From BBC

“I see this Nvidia approval as a test case,” says Simon Henderson, director of Gulf and energy policy at the Washington Institute.

From Barron's