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Definition of on a person's case

on (one's) case

adjective

  • to criticize or pester.
    Perry's been on my case about my drinking.

    Last edited on May 02 2013. Submitted by Walter Rader (Editor) from Sacramento, CA, USA on Sep 09 2009.

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Other terms relating to 'case':

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Definitions include: seemingly accidental but with a secret motive.
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Definitions include: doing better after an unfavorable event.
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Definitions include: See barge in.
Definitions include: used to describe a person that is angry and is scolding at someone.
Definitions include: to be involved with.
Definitions include: to be present in large numbers.

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