special case

noun

1. law an agreed written statement of facts submitted by litigants to a court for a decision on a point of law

Example Sentences

Though it is uncommon for the US government to directly support a single company, backing Intel could be a "special case" because the stakes are high for America's chipmaking edge, said tech analyst Austin Lyons.

From BBC

Amazon may be another special case.

From Los Angeles Times

A source told the BBC: "This is special treatment but this is a special case. There is no point pretending that Thames is not in serious financial distress and deserves a chance to turn things around."

From BBC

Salah's form and fitness makes him a special case, something FSG has readily acknowledged.

From BBC

Sabrina is a special case because I have so much chemistry with her.

From Los Angeles Times