Definition
in case (of fire, use the stairs): in the eventuality, in the event (of fire, use the stairs)
(take an umbrella) just in case: (take an umbrella) for the possibility that it might be needed
- "In case that doesn't work, I'm also a certified suicide hotline technician."
- "In case last night's gymnastics left you with any doubts, I am literally head over heels in love with you!"
- "Before we enter, please put on these sandals and take this water pistol... just in case."
- "And the beauty of this song is - in case it wins me any bonus points - you can also use it for New Year too, which I assume I'll also be spending alone."
- "Edward : Well, I wrote another one just in case."
- "Edward : Well, I wrote another one just in case..."
- "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."
- "It's the big, hunky landmass between Africa and the Atlantic in case you were wondering."
- "Bring your guitar, just in case."
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