in case

conjunction

1
: as a precaution against the event that
carries a gun in case he is attacked
2
: if
in case we are surprised, keep by meWashington Irving

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Back up your content and followers Use platform features or trusted tools to back up important data in case of account loss or lockout. Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2025 Determine family meeting places, and make sure to include an out-of-town location in case of evacuation. Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 8 July 2025 The health ministry posted alternative numbers for ambulance services across different governorates in case people were unable to reach its main hotline. CNN Money, 8 July 2025 The primary role of the service members would be to protect the immigration enforcement officers in case a hostile crowd gathered, one of the officials said. Christopher Weber, Chicago Tribune, 8 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for in case

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of in case was in the 14th century

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“In case.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20case. Accessed 23 Jul. 2025.

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