In case meaning in English

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Definition

in case (of fire, use the stairs): in the eventuality, in the event (of fire, use the stairs) idiom
(take an umbrella) just in case: (take an umbrella) for the possibility that it might be needed idiom

Examples

  • "I also have a black belt in Judo just in case."
  • "Before we enter, please put on these sandals and take this water pistol... just in case."
  • "In case you haven't, let me summarize (I know you're frequently out of town)."
  • "I was wondering if you'd like to join me for the interview, since your help is a major reason why they chose our company, and also just in case any 'technical questions' may arise."
  • "But in the case of Mr. Oléré, he seemed to thrive amid such disorder."
  • "I've got my sun block: SPF 75, my aviator shades, three bottles of purified drinking water, two bags of fresh baby carrots, my travel journal and an empty mayonnaise jar... just in case of an emergency."
  • "Brian (on intercom) : Well, I've changed into my boxing shorts just in case we need to settle this the old-fashioned way...with fisticuffs, you know, the Queensberry rules."
  • "Edward : Well, I wrote another one just in case."
  • "In case that doesn't work, I'm also a certified suicide hotline technician."
  • "Oh, yes he told me to mention that in case we ran into each other."
  • "In case last night's gymnastics left you with any doubts, I am literally head over heels in love with you!"
  • "Third, you might also like to include your address and telephone number in the invitation, in case there is a problem."
  • "In case you've forgotten, we had reached a deal on selling co-branded cosmetic products on the Asian market!"
  • "Donna : It's probably nothing, but she should check with a doctor just in case."
  • "Also, please remember to be available for the thirty minutes prior to the appointment, in case Bruno wishes to begin early."
  • "Edward : Well, I wrote another one just in case..."
  • "Bring your guitar, just in case."
  • "Bruno : Horatio, in case you haven't noticed, we have no money!"

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