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A case of Meaning in English

expression

ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈkeɪs/ /ˈəv
uh-KAYS-uhv
æɪ/ /kˈeɪs/ /ˈɒv
uh-KAYS-ov

释义

'A case of' is a phrase used to describe a specific situation, example, or occurrence of something, usually a problem, illness, or type of behavior.

用法与细微差别

Often used in news, medical, and formal contexts, especially for problems or illnesses ('a case of flu', 'a case of mistaken identity'). Can also introduce an example of something negative or ironic. Not used for positive situations.

例句

It's just a case of the flu.

basic

We have a case of food poisoning here.

basic

It's a case of bad luck.

basic

Sounds like a case of mistaken identity to me.

natural

It's a case of too little, too late.

natural

Sometimes it's just a case of being in the wrong place at the wrong time.

natural