just in case

Idioms and Phrases

see in case , def. 1.

Example Sentences

There’s always a lozenge in my bag, just in case.

From Los Angeles Times

In fact, I’m writing this with my eyes closed just in case I veer into a Why We’re Doomed essay.

From Los Angeles Times

They hadn’t been told to evacuate, but he decided to pack some belongings just in case.

From Los Angeles Times

“But yes. Let’s put them up just in case.”

From Los Angeles Times

Scientists monitor meteors just in case one begins to head toward us, as improbable as this is.

From Salon