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in case

conjunction
USin-KAYS/ɪn ˈkeɪs/

2 meanings of in case

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  1. 1
    conjunction
    Used before something that might happen, so you can be ready if it does.

    Like keeping a spare key hidden outside: you hope you never need it, but it is there if you do.

    Take an umbrella in case it rains this afternoon.

    She wrote down the address in case she forgot it later.

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  2. 2
    conjunctionCanadaUS
    Another way to say 'if', used mostly in American English.

    In case you missed the news, school is closed tomorrow.

    In case anyone asks, tell them I'll be back at noon.

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