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 me—
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There are buttons above the rearview mirror available just in case the LCD panel becomes unavailable.
—James Morris, Forbes.com, 14 June 2025
Just be sure to check the specific care instructions in case any brand recommends against using bleach or other add-ons.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 13 June 2025
Hendrick Motorsports has confirmed that Anthony Alfredo will be the backup driver at Mexico just in case Bowman is not okay to race.
—Saajan Jogia, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 June 2025
Add those recovery details now and be prepared in case the worst happens and a sophisticated hacker takes control of your Gmail account.
—Davey Winder, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
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James Morris, Forbes.com, 14 June 2025
Just be sure to check the specific care instructions in case any brand recommends against using bleach or other add-ons.
—Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 13 June 2025
Hendrick Motorsports has confirmed that Anthony Alfredo will be the backup driver at Mexico just in case Bowman is not okay to race.
—Saajan Jogia, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 June 2025
Add those recovery details now and be prepared in case the worst happens and a sophisticated hacker takes control of your Gmail account.
—Davey Winder, Forbes.com, 2 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for in case
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“In case.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20case. Accessed 26 Jun. 2025.
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