make a case
The idiom "make a case" is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to describe the act of presenting arguments or evidence to support a particular position or action.
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Definition
B2General
(common, idiomatic)To present arguments or evidence in support of a particular idea or action.
Example
- She made a case for increasing the budget to improve the project's quality.
- The lawyer made a compelling case for his client's innocence.
C1Legal
(technical, formal)To present evidence and arguments in support of one side in a legal proceeding.
Example
- The defense attorney made a strong case for the defendant's acquittal.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "make a case":
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