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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

Example Sentences

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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

Her doctors say there is another drug trial option in case it is not successful - but she has been advised that these treatments are not curative.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

"This indicates that the mice may not necessarily forget the previous pathway to reward, but retain this information in case the situation changes again," says Dr. Sarpong.

From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026

I’ll have my Scooby snacks ready in case we ever cross paths.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Coal waited a few seconds in case they doubled back.

From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste

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