Definitions

in case

CONJUNCTION

lest

Synonyms

WEAK

in order to avoid so that to prevent

CONJUNCTION

providing/provided

Synonyms

WEAK

contingent upon given if if and only if in the case that in the event on condition on the assumption on these terms subject to supposing with the proviso

CONJUNCTION

whether

Synonyms

WEAK

even if if

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But she also cautions investors “to be more vigilant in case there are any signs of oversupply across the AI supply chain.”

From MarketWatch • Jun. 24, 2026

The 37-year-old podcaster kept old coupons in case the store reopened.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026

Her father has remained at the family’s house “just in case anything happens,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 21, 2026

Rhys had his second transplant just after his Albi's first birthday, and described writing farewell notes to family as he travelled to hospital in case he didn't make it.

From BBC • Jun. 20, 2026

But I daren’t ask in case she went and said something to someone that would somehow get back to Kekeli’s perfect little ears.

From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo

in case

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