case-by-case
One at a time
Case-by-case describes handling matters individually rather than applying a blanket rule: The committee reviews applications on a case-by-case basis.
Each instance receives separate consideration based on its particular circumstances.
The phrase often signals flexibility or reluctance to commit to a general policy: We'll make exceptions case-by-case.
Adjusted to fit exactly
- customizedAdapted to specific requirements
- personalizedAdapted for an individual
- bespokeMade to individual specifications
- specificClearly defined, not vague
particular · selective · situational · contextual · discretionary · particularized · circumstantial · singular
Methodical study of parts
- evaluationDetermining worth or quality
- assessmentFormal evaluation of worth
- examinationMethodical assessment or review
- scrutinyClose, careful examination
review · inspection · investigation · consideration · judgment · deliberation · appraisal · inquiry
Able to bend freely
- adaptiveAble to change accordingly
- irregularDeviating from normal patterns
- nonuniformLacking consistent pattern
- unsystematicLacking methodical arrangement
sporadic · intermittent · episodic · incidental · inconsistent · unpredictable · varying · fluctuating
tailored
Adjusted to fit exactly
- customizedAdapted to specific requirements
- personalizedAdapted for an individual
- bespokeMade to individual specifications
specific · particular · selective · situational · contextual · discretionary · particularized · circumstantial · singular · unique
analysis
Methodical study of parts
- evaluationDetermining worth or quality
- assessmentFormal evaluation of worth
- examinationMethodical assessment or review
scrutiny · review · inspection · investigation · consideration · judgment · deliberation · appraisal · inquiry · study
flexible
Able to bend freely
- adaptiveAble to change accordingly
- irregularDeviating from normal patterns
- nonuniformLacking consistent pattern
unsystematic · sporadic · intermittent · episodic · incidental · inconsistent · unpredictable · varying · fluctuating · changeable
case-by-caseblanket
Soft bed covering
across-the-board · universal · uniform · one-size-fits-all · sweeping
case-by-casewholesale
Bulk sales to merchants
en masse · sweeping · comprehensive · all-encompassing · indiscriminate
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