in case

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Surrounding the Octagon are black padded seats for 4,500 guests, each with a sign on the back saying "Warning: Please do not stand on chair," in case spectators get overexcited.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Just remember to give yourself plenty of time in case of unexpected travel delays and to have a contactless payment method handy for Metro fees.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

The company that built the system is apologizing in advance, in case it turns out to be wrong.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

To make sure you arrive in time for each wedding, I’d save the price of one round-trip ticket just in case you need to make a costly flight change.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 9, 2026

We had some of them back on the Ranch, just in case our solar panels failed.

From "The Wrong Way Home" by Kate O’Shaughnessy