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Case Police Idiom Means Action Situation Refer Literal

Phrase/Idiom on the case
Definition This idiom means to do what is the best course of action in the given situation. It could also refer to the literal meaning, that is to be on the case for detectives, police officers, lawyers and any other professional who works on a case to case basis.
Example The best officer from the police department is on the case.

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