in case
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When Atrakchi and Meister hike with Taita, they carry a sturdy, mesh backpack in case Taita gets tired or nervous around dogs.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026
Each bunker leads into an extensive tunnel network beneath the rocks that was built to protect the island in case of attack.
From Slate ● Sep. 8, 2026
Anna and Liam each have $500 saved in case there’s an unexpected expense.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 5, 2026
“That was a funny part I laughed at,” he noted — but he still had to read them, just in case any seemed legitimate.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 5, 2026
He dared not look up in case he saw her again, struggling hopelessly in the swamp.
From "Rowan of Rin" by Emily Rodda
