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I rest my case

idiom
Meaning

The previous statement or proclamation encapsulates my view.


Examples
SIMPLE

I rest my case.

CONTEXTUAL

The evidence shows he was at home, so I rest my case.

COMPLEX

Having presented the final piece of undeniable evidence to the jury, the lawyer sat down and simply said, I rest my case.

Anchors to
Related idioms8entries
  1. 01

    build a case

    to compile evidence that supports a charge against someone.

  2. 02

    case the joint

    To thoroughly observe or examine a place, in order to familiarize oneself with its workings in preparation for criminal activity, often robbery.

  3. 03

    catch a case

    To be infected with a disease; used with of.

  4. 04

    closet case

    A person who conceals or denies their sexuality or gender identity.

  5. 05

    federal case

    An exaggerated ordeal; excessive fuss or indignation about some situation.

  6. 06

    gone case

    Someone or something that is deemed irredeemable, hopeless and beyond help; a doomed person or thing.

  7. 07

    lay to rest

    To bury someone who has died.

  8. 08

    make a case

    To argue for a set of facts or arguments in support of one side in a legal case.

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