# in the event of sth

idiom · CEFR B2

Source: https://englishreference.com/idiom/in-the-event-of-sth
Updated: 2026-04-22

## Meaning

you use this to say what should happen if a specific situation occurs, especially an emergency.

## Examples

- Keep your umbrella handy in the event of rain.
- Please read the safety manual carefully so you know what to do in the event of a fire.
- The company established a strict protocol to protect sensitive data in the event of a sudden system failure or a security breach.

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