in the event of
idiom
: if (something) happens
In the event of rain , the ceremony will be held indoors.
I can call for help in the event of an emergency.
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The couple has booked various venues to stay flexible in the event of inclement weather or protests, which have grown in the city ahead of the wedding, CNN reported.
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Conor Murray, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
It was not known if Jansen would get the day off Tuesday, even in the event of a save situation.
—Doug Padilla, Oc Register, 25 June 2025
Health guidelines recommend having one gallon of water per person per day in the event of an emergency—and plan to have more in case of extreme heat.
—Simmone Shah, Time, 24 June 2025
Bring a change of clothes to leave in the car in the event of rain or heavy seas that create spray on the boat.
—Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 24 June 2025
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Conor Murray, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
It was not known if Jansen would get the day off Tuesday, even in the event of a save situation.
—Doug Padilla, Oc Register, 25 June 2025
Health guidelines recommend having one gallon of water per person per day in the event of an emergency—and plan to have more in case of extreme heat.
—Simmone Shah, Time, 24 June 2025
Bring a change of clothes to leave in the car in the event of rain or heavy seas that create spray on the boat.
—Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 24 June 2025
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“In the event of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20the%20event%20of. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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