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particular instance
[pərˈtɪkjələr ˈɪnstəns]
noun
pl: particular instances
caso particular
1.
A specific occurrence or example of something; a single concrete case rather than a general rule or principle
In this particular instance, we need to make an exception to the policy.
Neste caso particular, precisamos fazer uma exceção à política.
2.
A distinct example used to illustrate a broader concept or category
The particular instance of corruption in that department led to an investigation.
O caso particular de corrupção naquele departamento levou a uma investigação.
Synonyms
specific case
individual case
concrete example
special case
singular occurrence
Antonyms
general rule
universal principle
broad category
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
caso particular
most common usage
São Paulo
caso particular
standard usage
Portugal
caso particular
standard European Portuguese usage
Related Idioms & Phrases
in this particular instance
a particular instance of something
take a particular instance as an example
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