Pronunciation: /sæd keɪs/
noun A word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea. In this case, 'case' is a noun as it refers to a particular situation or instance.
A1 The lost puppy was a sad case.
A2 Sheila's failed attempt at baking was a sad case.
B1 The elderly man living alone with no family nearby is a sad case.
B2 The corruption scandal involving high-ranking officials is a sad case for the country.
C1 The documentary on child labor in developing countries is a sad case of human rights violations.
C2 The ongoing war in the region is a sad case of political instability and suffering for the civilians.
adjective A word that describes or modifies a noun. In this case, 'sad' is an adjective that describes the noun 'case' as being characterized by sorrow or unhappiness.
A1 It was a sad case of a lost puppy.
A2 The abandoned kitten was a sad case of neglect.
B1 The elderly man living alone with no family was a sad case.
B2 The child's illness was a sad case that touched everyone's heart.
C1 The corruption scandal was a sad case of betrayal and deceit.
C2 The war refugee's story was a sad case of human suffering and resilience.
formal The lawyer described it as a sad case of negligence resulting in the loss of life.
informal It's a really sad case when you hear about what happened to that family.
slang Man, that's a super sad case, I can't believe that happened.
figurative Her broken heart was a sad case that no one could mend.
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