English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "the case was closed a long time ago" Mean?
Learn what "the case was closed a long time ago" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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The case was closed long time ago.
This means the case or investigation is already over and no longer active.
From Why I Did It, Episode 21
When do people say this?
Scene Context
The speaker says the investigation was finished long ago.
Usage Scenario
Use this in legal, police, or investigation contexts to say something has already been resolved. It is clear but specific to formal situations.
Better ways to say it
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The case was closed a long time ago.
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It's been closed for a long time.
3
That case is already closed.
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