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in case of vs in a case of

Both "in case of" and "in a case of" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "In case of" is used to introduce a possible situation or event, while "in a case of" is used to refer to a specific instance or occurrence.

Last updated: March 19, 2024 • 1999 views

in case of

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is used to introduce a possible situation or event that may happen.

Examples:

  • In case of rain, bring an umbrella.
  • In case of emergency, call 911.
  • In case of fire, use the stairs.
  • In case of delays, please be patient.
  • In case of a power outage, use a flashlight.

Alternatives:

  • if
  • should
  • in the event of
  • in the case of

in a case of

This phrase is correct but less commonly used in English compared to "in case of".

This phrase is used to refer to a specific instance or occurrence of something.
  • Chest. 1995 Jan;107(1):285-9. Survival in a case of massive paraquat ingestion. Lheureux P(1), Leduc D, Vanbinst R, Askenasi R. Author information:
  • Crit Care Med. 2001 Apr;29(4):887-90. Successful extracorporeal life support in a case of severe flecainide intoxication. Auzinger GM(1), Scheinkestel CD.
  • Diabetes Res Clin Pract. 2001 Nov;54(2):137-42. Diabetic ketoacidosis in a case of pheochromocytoma. Ishii C(1), lnoue K, Negishi K, Tane N, Awata T, ...
  • Feb 25, 2015 ... A version of this article appears in print on February 26, 2015, on page A18 of the New York edition with the headline: In a Case of Religious ...

Alternatives:

  • in the case of
  • in a situation where
  • in an instance of

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