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Incase vs. In case

Incase

To surround or close off on all sides

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In case

/in keis/

Used to say what to do if a particular situation happens

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This word has no antonyms

Ways to tell them apart:

Incase as one word is a common misspelling and should generally be avoided.
In case as two separate words is the correct form when you want to indicate a conditional situation or precaution.
Remember that incase as a single word is incorrect in standard English.
When you are unsure, break it into two words: in case.
Use in case when you want to prepare for or think about a potential future event.

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