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in a case vs in the case

Both 'in a case' and 'in the case' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'In a case' is used when referring to any case in a general sense, while 'in the case' is used when referring to a specific case that has been previously mentioned or is clear from the context.

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in a case

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when referring to any case in a general sense.

This phrase is used when talking about a situation or scenario without specifying a particular case. It is a general reference to any case.

Examples:

In a case like this, it's best to seek legal advice.
In a case of emergency, please call 911.

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Alternatives:

in any case
in such a case
in a situation
in a scenario
in a circumstance

in the case

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English when referring to a specific case that has been previously mentioned or is clear from the context.

This phrase is used when referring to a particular case that has been specified or is evident from the conversation. It indicates a specific instance.

Examples:

In the case of the missing documents, we need to investigate further.
In the case of a fire, follow the evacuation procedures.

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We can present a breakthrough in the case.
Of anything too specific this early on in the case.
You can intervene in the case against the crèche committee.
Mark was the lead witness in the case against greene.
You said you had a development in the case.
There are irregularities in the case.
You're being detained as a key witness in the case against Rasmus Holm Jensen.
Bring in everybody involved in the case.
There's been a break in the case.
My husband used to be involved in the case.
There's been a major change in the case.
And the firm is defending Newberry in the case.
Andy was the prosecutor in the case against Ed and Chris.
His involvement in the case could blow things up.
Along with Henderson, one Frank Niles is now in the case.
The goal is to find a solution using the information provided in the case.
His persistence in the case leads to shocking dangers and embarrassments.
A prosecutor directly involved in the case can't officially investigate.
As you know, there are weaknesses in the case against Vasilich...
In May, the detective William J. Burns traveled to Atlanta to offer further assistance in the case.

Alternatives:

in that case
in this case
in such a case
in a specific case
in a particular case

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