Depends on the case vs Depend on the case

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Depends on the case' is the correct form when referring to a singular case, while 'depend on the case' is used when talking about multiple cases.

Last updated: April 01, 2024

Depends on the case

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when referring to a singular case.

This phrase is used when talking about a specific situation or instance. It implies that the outcome or decision is based on the particular circumstances of that case.

Examples:

The outcome of the trial depends on the case presented by the prosecution.
Whether we win or lose depends on the case we make to the jury.

Alternatives:

It depends on the case.
The decision depends on the case.
The result depends on the case.
The judgment depends on the case.
The verdict depends on the case.

Depend on the case

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when referring to multiple cases.

This phrase is used when discussing a general rule or principle that applies to various cases. It indicates that the outcome or decision is influenced by the circumstances of different cases.

Examples:

The outcomes of these cases depend on the case law in each jurisdiction.
The results depend on the cases presented by the legal team.

Alternatives:

It depends on the cases.
The decisions depend on the cases.
The results depend on the cases.
The judgments depend on the cases.
The verdicts depend on the cases.

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