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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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Cardi proceeded to give physical descriptions of the alleged culprits, adding that she had been discouraged from sharing their photos online by her security team in case it interfered with a police investigation.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

“I wasn’t thinking, ‘I really need to make sure I stay in this ZIP Code in case I run for mayor,’” Pratt said in the video.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 6, 2026

He said he has family in Iran but considers Dubai home, and fears leaving in case he can’t return.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

I have to verify each client’s identity with an ID and a Social Security card, and then they sit and wait while I prepare their return and it’s reviewed, in case there are any questions.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

He figured there was something wrong with the new plumbing connections, maybe a gas leak, and he ran to the top of the street to warn people away in case of an explosion.

From "The Best School Year Ever" by Barbara Robinson