in one case
Definition
- Adverb:
- On one occasion; one time: This phrase is used to indicate that a specific event or situation happened a single time in the past. It is synonymous with 'once'.
Usage
- The phrase 'in one case' functions as an adverbial phrase to modify a verb or an entire clause, specifying that the action or situation occurred on a single, particular occasion.
- It is typically used in narrative or descriptive contexts to relate a past event.
Examples
- Adverb:
- I have only seen a shooting star in one case. (I have only seen a shooting star once.)
- In one case, the experiment yielded unexpected results. (On one occasion, the experiment yielded unexpected results.)
- She was late for work in one case last year. (She was late for work once last year.)
Advanced Usage
- 'In one case' can be used to introduce a specific, singular example within a broader discussion, often to illustrate a point or an exception.
- The policy is generally effective. In one case, however, it caused a significant delay. (The policy is generally effective. On one occasion, however, it caused a significant delay.)
Variants and Related Words
- Once (adv): One single time.
- I visited Paris once.
- On one occasion (adv. phrase): A more formal equivalent to 'in one case'.
- On one occasion, he forgot his keys.
Synonyms
- Once: One single time.
- On one occasion: At one particular time.
Related Phrases
- In that case: Under those specific circumstances (different meaning, used for logical consequence, not frequency).
- If you're not going, in that case, I won't go either.
- In any case: Regardless of the situation; anyway.
- In any case, we should be prepared.
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