test case

NOUN

representative occurrence

Synonyms

STRONGEST

precedent

WEAK

acid test crucial test experiment first case first occurrence

Example Sentences

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Suzuka, which hosted the Japanese Grand Prix last weekend and is regarded as possibly the most challenging circuit on the calendar, was a test case for the new rules.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

The ruling amounted to a test case of South Carolina’s law.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

Kaley’s lawsuit is a test case chosen from among hundreds alleging that social media apps were designed to snare young kids and keep them hooked.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 27, 2026

The test case which was upheld was that of Marcus Johnson, who bought his first car - a Suzuki Swift - in 2017.

From BBC • Feb. 4, 2026

In 1897, he found his ideal test case.

From "The Gene" by Siddhartha Mukherjee