Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

crack-a-case

verb phrase
/kræk ə keɪs/
Definition
A term used to describe the act of solving a difficult or complex problem, especially in law enforcement or investigation.
Examples
  • The detective worked late into the night to crack the case.
  • With her keen intuition, she was able to crack the case and reveal the culprits.
Meaning
To successfully figure out the details of a situation or to solve a mystery.
Synonyms
  • solve a case
  • crack the code
  • unravel
  • figure out