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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Issuers must prioritize stablecoin holders for repayment in case of bankruptcy. Medora Lee, USA Today, 21 May 2025 This signifies that he’s been 44 percent more proficient than the league-average hitter this year, in case anyone was concerned that the 32-year-old was slowing down at the plate. Zack Meisel, New York Times, 19 May 2025 Only open the page on one device and have your phone with you in case there’s a confirmation code that’s texted. Elizabeth Logan, Glamour, 19 May 2025 Get insights as to their physical features with over 25 trait tests, and blood type identification in case of emergency. Molly Higgins, Wired News, 9 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for in case

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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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 3 Jun. 2025.

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