- present tense form of case (3rd person singular).
cases
Example Sentences
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In some cases, those experiences can contribute to a fear of failure rooted in the belief that mistakes make a person less worthy in the eyes of others.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 18, 2026
Of the 15 cases linked to Dogus, three members of staff were repeatedly involved.
From BBC ● Aug. 18, 2026
Normally, cases where police seriously injure or kill people are presented for review to the Justice Systems Integrity Division inside the D.A.’s office, which then decides if charges are warranted.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
But this is based on a small number of cases, so don’t read much into it.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 17, 2026
A more gradual approach may be advisable in some cases, as children can begin sixth grade in a half-whatnot, half-peer environment.
From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
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