in that case — used to say what should be done if the situation mentioned happens or is true
Part of speech: CONJUNCTION
Definition: used to say what should be done if the situation mentioned happens or is true
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪn ðæt keɪs/
Example Sentences
- If you don't like pizza, in that case, let's order chicken instead.
- The restaurant is fully booked? In that case, I guess we're having instant noodles for our anniversary dinner!
- You forgot your wallet again? In that case, I'll be your personal ATM... again.
in that case
CONJUNCTION[/ɪn ðæt keɪs/]
used to say what should be done if the situation mentioned happens or is true
If the trains are cancelled, in that case we'll just drive instead.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
This phrase combines the preposition 'in', the demonstrative pronoun 'that', and the noun 'case', which derives from Latin 'casus' meaning 'situation' or 'circumstance'. The expression emerged in Middle English as a formulaic way to introduce conditional or hypothetical scenarios.
Breakdown
in (preposition: within, during) + that (demonstrative pronoun: the specified) + case (from Latin casus: fall, situation, circumstance). Together, the phrase functions as a conjunctive adverbial expression meaning 'if that circumstance occurs' or 'should that situation arise'.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“If you don't like pizza, in that case, let's order chicken instead.”
“The restaurant is fully booked? In that case, I guess we're having instant noodles for our anniversary dinner!”
“You forgot your wallet again? In that case, I'll be your personal ATM... again.”
“If the weather is bad tomorrow, in that case we'll hold the event indoors.”
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