in case it rains — as a precaution against the possibility that something might happen
Part of speech: CONJUNCTION
Definition: as a precaution against the possibility that something might happen
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪn keɪs ɪt reɪnz/
Example Sentences
- I'll bring my portable charger in case it rains and we get stuck indoors all day.
- My mom packs snacks for a 2-hour trip in case it rains, zombies attack, or I get hungry 5 minutes later.
- Keep some cash in case it rains and the card machine stops working.
in case it rains
CONJUNCTION[/ɪn keɪs ɪt reɪnz/]
as a precaution against the possibility that something might happen
as a precaution against the possibility that something might happen
In case it rains, endure the pains for greater gains!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word 'case' derives from Latin 'casus,' meaning 'event' or 'occurrence.' The phrase 'in case' developed from this root to express a conditional situation, literally meaning 'in the event that' or 'for the possibility that.'
Breakdown
in- (in, within) + case (Latin casus: event, occurrence) + it rains (conditional clause). The phrase functions as a preposition + noun + dependent clause construction indicating a precautionary condition.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“I'll bring my portable charger in case it rains and we get stuck indoors all day.”
“My mom packs snacks for a 2-hour trip in case it rains, zombies attack, or I get hungry 5 minutes later.”
“Keep some cash in case it rains and the card machine stops working.”
“I downloaded 50 movies on my phone in case it rains during vacation... or in case it doesn't rain.”
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