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Lest

Conjunction

Definitions

1.ConjunctionFor fear that; that not; in order to prevent something from happening; in case.
"He won't go outside, lest he be eaten by those ravenous eagles.; I brought my notes lest faulty memory lead me astray."
2.Conjunctionthat (without the negative particle; introduces the reason for an emotion.)
"There was danger/alarm lest the plan become known.; I am afraid lest I revealed too much."
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