in case
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"This indicates that the mice may not necessarily forget the previous pathway to reward, but retain this information in case the situation changes again," says Dr. Sarpong.
From Science Daily • Jun. 8, 2026
I’ll have my Scooby snacks ready in case we ever cross paths.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
When and how should we discuss our finances, final wishes and preferences in case we become mentally incapacitated?
From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026
Moynihan advised anyone taking a connecting flight to allow "a number of hours" between flights in case of border queues.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
A fact I’d made sure to hide from Callaway just in case he decided our extra training was too much and changed his mind.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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