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Grammar fix

a compelling case

persuasive argument (collocation)

a set of reasons or evidence that is so convincing and forceful that it is very hard to disagree with or ignore, often used in discussions, debates, or when justifying a decision.

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Hear it in context

Notice where the phrase sounds natural.

  • The lawyer made a compelling case for his client's innocence, leaving the jury visibly moved.communication
  • In my opinion, the speaker made a compelling case for renewable energy by highlighting both environmental and economic advantages.IELTS speaking

Fix the pattern

Pattern: make/present/build + a compelling case (for/against something)

WrongHe did a compelling case for more funding.

RightHe made a compelling case for more funding.

You MAKE a case, never 'do' a case.

Patternmake/present/build + a compelling case (for/against something)

Use it right

Choose the version that sounds natural in speech.

Stiff She presented a very convincing set of reasons for the change.

Natural She made a compelling case for the change.

Natives say 'make a compelling case'; 'present a convincing set of reasons' is heavy.

Build natural chunks

Words that usually travel with it.

  • make a compelling case for
    makeforbuildpresent

Don't confuse it

Unlike 'a strong case', which simply means a good argument, 'a compelling case' suggests the argument is so convincing that it demands serious attention or action.

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