CEFR B2

cased

verb

Meaning

To examine or survey a place or area carefully, especially in order to assess its suitability for a particular purpose or to plan a crime.

Examples

The burglars cased the jewelry store for a week before the robbery.
She cased the neighborhood to find the best spot for her new business.

Synonyms: scouted, surveyed, inspected, observed

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cased (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /keɪst/

Definition

To examine or survey a place or area carefully, especially in order to assess its suitability for a particular purpose or to plan a crime.

Examples

The burglars cased the jewelry store for a week before the robbery.
She cased the neighborhood to find the best spot for her new business.
He cased the joint, noting the security cameras and the number of exits.

How to Use cased

case of (prepositional phrase): Used to introduce a specific instance or example. — "This is a classic case of procrastination."
in case (prepositional phrase): Because it might happen; as a precaution. — "Take an umbrella in case it rains."
in this case (prepositional phrase): Referring to the specific situation being discussed. — "In this case, the rules are slightly different."
case study (collocation): A detailed examination of a specific instance or event. — "The textbook included several case studies of successful marketing campaigns."

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