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in case of
In the event of (something). In case of fire, please use the stairs. In case of severe weather, please take shelter.
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in case of something
if a problem occurs; if something happens; in the event that something happens. What do we do in case of fire? In case of an accident, call the police.
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in case of something
(formal) if something happens: In case of fire, leave the building by the nearest exit.Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary © Farlex 2017
in case of
If there should happen to be: a number to call in case of emergency.
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