case closed

The phrase "case closed" is commonly used to signify the end of a discussion, investigation, or legal matter, indicating finality and resolution.

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Definition

B2General

(informal)A phrase indicating that a matter has been conclusively resolved and requires no further discussion.

Example

  • After reviewing all the evidence, he said, 'Case closed,' and left the room.

C1Legal

(formal)A declaration used to signify the end of a legal case, indicating that a final decision has been made and no further action is required.

Example

  • The judge declared, 'Case closed,' after the verdict was read.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "case closed":

close incase upclose outclose downcold case