Lingo

Condition or Consequence

5 Words

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in case
1.
in case
Conjunction

used to indicate a precaution for a possible future event

I'll bring an umbrella with me in case it rains during our walk.

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2.
in the event that
Conjunction

used to indicate that something is being considered or planned for a specific possible occurrence or situation

In the event that the power goes out, we have backup generators to keep the hospital running smoothly.

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under the circumstances
3.
under the circumstances
Adverb

used to acknowledge that a particular action or situation is influenced by the existing conditions or context

Given the current economic downturn, the company had to make some difficult decisions under the circumstances.

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as a result
4.
as a result
Adverb

used to indicate the outcome of a preceding action or situation

He worked hard on his studies, and as a result, he achieved top grades in the class.

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after all
5.
after all
Adverb

used to introduce a statement that provides a reason or justification

He felt guilty about taking a day off work, but after all, he had been working overtime for weeks.

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