1
: as a precaution against the event that
carries an umbrella in case it rains
2
: if
In case we are surprised, keep by me.—
Washington Irving
Washington Irvingin case
2 of 2phrase
: as a precaution
took an umbrella, just in case
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Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 16 May 2026
Most were red herrings in case scripts got leaked, or call sheets were made public.
—Hunter Ingram, Variety, 15 May 2026
Stalley said North Texans should plan to bring an umbrella this weekend in case weather conditions quickly change.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 May 2026
However, people must be monitored after vaccination and should have access to epinephrine in case of a severe allergic reaction.
—Suchandrima Bhowmik, Health, 15 May 2026
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Conjunction
Food-safe cleaners are best in case your food comes into contact with the surfaces.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 16 May 2026
Most were red herrings in case scripts got leaked, or call sheets were made public.
—Hunter Ingram, Variety, 15 May 2026
Stalley said North Texans should plan to bring an umbrella this weekend in case weather conditions quickly change.
—Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 May 2026
However, people must be monitored after vaccination and should have access to epinephrine in case of a severe allergic reaction.
—Suchandrima Bhowmik, Health, 15 May 2026
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“In case.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20case. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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