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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Carney votes in case of a 3-3 deadlock by the commissioners.
—Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 13 Aug. 2025
Drivers should still be aware of their surroundings in case children run across the road.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 13 Aug. 2025
Field negotiated a $1 billion breakup fee in case the deal was blocked.
—Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 1 Aug. 2025
Determine family meeting places, and make sure to include an out-of-town location in case of evacuation.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 1 Aug. 2025
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Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 13 Aug. 2025
Drivers should still be aware of their surroundings in case children run across the road.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 13 Aug. 2025
Field negotiated a $1 billion breakup fee in case the deal was blocked.
—Reed Albergotti, semafor.com, 1 Aug. 2025
Determine family meeting places, and make sure to include an out-of-town location in case of evacuation.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 1 Aug. 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 19 Aug. 2025.
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