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What does in case mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word in case? Here's what it means.

Conjunction
  1. To allow for the possibility that.
  2. if
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Security guards stood watchfully, while anxious exhibitors slept alongside their valuables in case thieves struck in the night.
This cut the defenders off from each other, since they were not allowed to use radios in case their messages were picked up by the enemy.
The couple decided to try for a baby without seeking specialist advice in case they were warned off due to the risks involved.
Parents who are not married may wed to give legal security to their children in case of sudden or accidental death.
A Quaker has appeared in court after refusing to pay part of his taxes, in case the money was used for military purposes.
Yes, I knew you were joshing, but I like to explain these things anyway, just in case there are other readers who aren't sure.

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