In the event
preposition
If something happens or if a certain situation occurs.
In the event of rain, the picnic will be cancelled.
Often appears as...
- in the event of
- in the event that
preposition
As a result of something happening.
In the event, I decided not to go to the party.
Often appears as...
- in the event
- in the final event
preposition
As a planned response to or preparation for a specific happening or situation.
In the event of a power outage, emergency lighting will be activated.
Often appears as...
- in the event of an emergency
- in the event of a risk
Usage tips
Technical
preposition
If something happens or if a certain situation occurs.
In the event of rain, the picnic will be cancelled.
Often appears as...
- in the event of
- in the event that
preposition
As a result of something happening.
In the event, I decided not to go to the party.
Often appears as...
- in the event
- in the final event
preposition
As a planned response to or preparation for a specific happening or situation.
In the event of a power outage, emergency lighting will be activated.
Often appears as...
- in the event of an emergency
- in the event of a risk
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Conditional Planning
Indicates contingency plans for anticipated scenarios, often used for events.
In the event of a schedule change, participants will be notified.
Pro Tip 2/3Specific Scenario
Refers to a particular situation that might occur, emphasizing its possibility.
In the event of a tie, extra time will be played.
Pro Tip 3/3False Certainty Avoidance
Shows plans without assuming an outcome, useful in uncertain situations.
In the event you don't hear from me, call my assistant.
Pro Tip 1/3Conditional Planning
Indicates contingency plans for anticipated scenarios, often used for events.
In the event of a schedule change, participants will be notified.
Pro Tip 2/3Specific Scenario
Refers to a particular situation that might occur, emphasizing its possibility.
In the event of a tie, extra time will be played.
Pro Tip 3/3False Certainty Avoidance
Shows plans without assuming an outcome, useful in uncertain situations.
In the event you don't hear from me, call my assistant.
Pro Tip 1/3Conditional Planning
Indicates contingency plans for anticipated scenarios, often used for events.
In the event of a schedule change, participants will be notified.
Pro Tip 2/3Specific Scenario
Refers to a particular situation that might occur, emphasizing its possibility.
In the event of a tie, extra time will be played.
Pro Tip 3/3False Certainty Avoidance
Shows plans without assuming an outcome, useful in uncertain situations.
In the event you don't hear from me, call my assistant.
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