- In case
In case expresses the possibility of something happening.
It is used to express the idea of doing something to avoid a possible problem later on.
It gives the reason for an action.- Take an umbrella in case it rains.
= There is a possibility that it will rain, so it's a good idea to take an umbrella.
- Take an umbrella in case it rains.
- In case + 'of'
In case of means 'if there is'.- In case of emergency, call this number.
= If there is an emergency, call this number.
- In case of emergency, call this number.
- Unless
Unless means 'except if' or 'only if'.
Unless replaces 'if' + a negative verb.- Sally won't come unless you invite Harry.
- Sally won't come except if you invite Harry.
- Sally will only come if you invite Harry.
- If you don't invite Harry, Sally won't come.
- We will have a picnic unless it rains.
- We will have a picnic except if it rains.
- If it doesn't rain we will have a picnic.
- If it rains, we won't have a picnic.
- Sally won't come unless you invite Harry.
Friday, June 10, 2016
IN CASE - UNLESS
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