Case in point
Case in point noun - An example that is used to justify similar occurrences at a later time.
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Synonyms for Case in point
Excuse and case in point are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Excuse" instead a noun phrase "Case in point".
Excuse
Excuse noun - An explanation that frees one from fault or blame.
Case in point and excuse are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Case in point" instead a noun "Excuse".
Mutual synonyms
Both terms in one sentence
- Case in point: Natalie has to use the excuse of being thirsty to be spared an endless conversation with Kevin's aunt, and she confides to Monk to having Photoshopped a picture of Kevin because it was impossible for her to get a photo of him without him talking.
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Excuse and Case in point. (2016). Retrieved 2026, August 14, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/case_in_point/excuse
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