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because in case of
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "because in case of" is not correct and does not work well in written English.
It seems to be a conflation of two separate phrases: "because" and "in case of," which have different meanings and uses. Example: "We need to prepare for the storm because in case of severe weather, we must ensure everyone's safety."
⚠ May contain grammatical issues
Science
News & Media
Alternative expressions(4)
Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
19 human-written examples
This is so because, in case of autarky, rising agricultural productivity makes it possible to free labor force from the agricultural sector.
Translational research is limited in SCA very young infants either because diagnosis is delayed or because, in case of neonatal diagnosis, parental approval for clinical trials is extremely difficult to obtain at a very young age in the setting of such a severe disease.
Science
Nevertheless, it can be suggested that for high temperature application, the formation of highly stable borides in the coating subsurface is helpful because, in case of crack formation, borides promptly form a boro-silicate glass with a low melting temperature, which is responsible for the self-healing of the oxide scale.
Differences in hydraulic roughness between the tested GWWs were small, but in general hydraulic roughness is a sensitive parameter in runoff control of a GWW, because in case of grass submergence or high runoff velocities grass is bent to the ground, and hence the hydraulic roughness drops drastically.
Science
This is because in case of PSR, a higher value is to be pursued, while in the case of delay, a low value is preferred.
The outcome of such a venture creation game is that both entrepreneurs are better off when they cooperate, because in case of one entrepreneur defecting, they do not get anything.
Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
41 human-written examples
After explaining these charges, the Court noted that "it is the settled rule... to confine the indictment to one distinct offence or restrict the evidence to one transaction" because "in cases of felony, the multiplication of distinct charges has been considered so objectionable as tending to confound the accused in his defence, or to prejudice him as to his challenges..
Academia
Experts believe this pattern exists because, in cases of abusive relationships, men escalate the use of violence when they feel like they're losing control.
News & Media
Because and in case of in many practical scenarios, (E.1) is great than 0. Thus, is a monotonic increasing function with respect to.
Now, we focused on the effect of impeller diameter on transport characteristics because in cases of shear stress sensitive biomass this parameter strongly affects the fermentation efficiency.
It has a lot of benefits and a lot of advantages, but I find it dangerous because in cases of conflict, of disagreement, when people begin to argue over e-mail, they escalate their commitment to their opinion.
News & Media
Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Avoid using the phrase "because in case of" in formal writing. It's grammatically awkward. Use more precise language to clearly express cause and condition separately.
Common error
Don't blend "because" (indicating cause) and "in case of" (indicating condition) into a single, unclear phrase. Separate the cause and the condition for clarity. Instead of "because in case of", explicitly state the reason and then the conditional scenario.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "because in case of" attempts to combine causal and conditional functions. It aims to express that something is happening due to a possibility or condition. However, Ludwig AI identifies it as grammatically incorrect, making it ineffective in formal communication.
Frequent in
Science
33%
News & Media
33%
Formal & Business
33%
Less common in
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0%
News & Media
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Formal & Business
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
In summary, the phrase "because in case of" is grammatically incorrect and should be avoided in formal writing. Ludwig AI flags it as non-standard. While it attempts to combine cause and condition, it's better to use more precise language, separating cause and condition into distinct clauses. Alternatives like "due to the possibility of" or "since in the event of" can express similar ideas more clearly. The phrase is rare and inappropriate for professional or academic contexts.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
due to the possibility of
Emphasizes the reason is a potential event.
since in the event of
Combines a reason with a specific condition.
because of the chance of
Highlights the likelihood of a particular event.
owing to the risk of
Indicates a cause based on a potential danger.
as a result of the prospect of
Suggests a consequence following a potential outcome.
given the potential for
Focuses on the existing possibility as the reason.
considering the contingency of
Addresses a possible future event influencing the situation.
on account of the likelihood of
States a reason based on the probability of something happening.
in light of the potential for
Explains a decision or action based on a possibility.
by reason of the threat of
Indicates a cause driven by a potential danger.
FAQs
How can I properly express cause and condition instead of "because in case of"?
Instead of using "because in case of", separate the cause and condition into distinct clauses. For example, use "because" to state the reason and "in case of" to introduce a conditional scenario. This ensures clarity and grammatical correctness.
What's wrong with using the phrase "because in case of"?
The phrase "because in case of" is grammatically incorrect and combines two distinct concepts—cause and condition—in an awkward way. It's better to use precise language that clearly expresses these relationships separately.
Are there better alternatives to "because in case of" for showing cause and effect?
Yes, alternatives include "due to the possibility of", "since in the event of", or separating the ideas into two clauses. For example, "We need to prepare for the storm "because" in case of severe weather, we must ensure everyone's safety."
When is it acceptable to use "because in case of" in writing?
It's generally not acceptable to use "because in case of" in formal or academic writing. It may appear in very informal speech, but it's always better to use more grammatically correct and clear phrasing.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
78%
Authority and reliability
1.8/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested