Meaning of in case | Babel Free
/ɪn ˈkeɪs/Definitions
- To allow for the possibility that.
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If. Canada, US
Equivalents
Examples
“I'll take an umbrella, in case it rains.”
“I’ve bought a chicken in case grandpa should stay to dine.”
“Many's the day I've spent by the phone in case you called.”
“In case you need me, I'll be home all day.”
“Whenever tempted to resume my sex, I was invariably met with the thought — what then? […] The chances were but few in case I resumed my other character, that I would be able to command the amount necessary for their [her children's] support.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.