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if

[if] / ɪf /
CONJUNCTION
provided that
Synonyms
WEAK
assuming that conceding that granted that in case that on the assumption that on the occasion that supposing that whenever wherever with the condition that

Example Sentences

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For the world's leading golfers, there are few weeks in the season which heighten the senses more than the Masters - especially if you're in the mix for the Green Jacket.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

"Frankly, if they break their end of the bargain, then they're going to see some serious consequences," Vance added.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

Investors on Wednesday didn’t wait for signs of whether the cease-fire will hold or if ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz picks up.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

"I'm not sure if it's a good omen or not," smiled Rai, who credited his wife Gaurika - also a professional golfer - for helping him win by reading his putts.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

As if that helps makes sense of anything.

From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith