Meaning of 'Case in point'
What does the saying 'Case in point' mean?
Idiom: Case in point
Meaning:
Meaning an instance of something has just occurred that was previously discussed. For instance, a person may have told another that something always happens. Later that day, they see it happening, and the informer might say, 'case in point'.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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