In case
Example: Take an umbrella in case it rains today.
Definition
"In case" is a phrase used to indicate a precaution or a measure taken to prepare for a possible event or situation, often to avoid difficulty or trouble. For example, in "Take an umbrella in case it rains today," it means to bring an umbrella as a precaution against rain.
Etymology
The phrase "in case" originates from the noun "case," which comes from the Latin word "casus," meaning 'an event' or 'occurrence.' Over time, "in case" developed as a prepositional phrase used to express the idea of 'if something happens,' reflecting a sense of preparedness for an event that might occur.
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"In case" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - Idioms and Proverbs - (A2) - set 1", containing 104 commonly used expressions.
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