If and when

Pro Tip 1/3

Conditional Future

Indicates an event will happen only when certain conditions are met in the future.

We’ll discuss the contract if and when we receive the necessary approvals.

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Uncertain Timing

Reflects uncertainty about when something will occur, but assumes it eventually will.

I'll think about selling my bike if and when I move to a smaller apartment.

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Event Dependency

Use it to show that one action depends on the occurrence of another event.

The trip will be canceled if and when the storm hits the coast.