in the event

phrase

chiefly British
: as it turns out

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Just before Platner’s Wednesday announcement, more than 100 state Democratic Party committee members signed off on holding a nominating convention, in the event of his withdrawal, to choose the nominee. Meg Kinnard, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2026 Orlando City retains a sell-on percentage in the event of a future transfer. Kathy Laughlin, The Orlando Sentinel, 10 July 2026 Per its services agreement with Pitchfork, Big Stik was to return any remaining funds in the event budget after the 2024 festival in a timely manner. Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2026 People traveled with fighting dogs from multiple states to participate in the event at his home on May 17, 2025, prosecutors said. Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 8 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for in the event

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“In the event.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20the%20event. Accessed 12 Jul. 2026.

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