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- LEST Definition Meaning - Merriam-Webster
The meaning of LEST is for fear that —often used after an expression denoting fear or apprehension How to use lest in a sentence
- LEST | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary
LEST definition: 1 in order to prevent any possibility that something will happen: 2 in order to prevent any… Learn more
- How to Use Lest Correctly - GRAMMARIST
The conjunction lest means (1) for fear that, or (2) in order to avoid It is followed by something the speaker thinks should be avoided For example, we might write, “We’re going to proofread this twice lest we make errors that hurt our credibility ”
- LEST Definition Meaning | Dictionary. com
Lest definition: for fear that; so that (one) should not (used negatively to introduce a clause expressive of an action or occurrence requiring caution) See examples of LEST used in a sentence
- lest conjunction - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage notes . . .
Definition of lest conjunction in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more
- lest - Wiktionary, the free dictionary
lest (formal, literary) For fear that; that not; in order to prevent something from happening; in case Synonym: (informal) before He won't go outside, lest he be eaten by those ravenous eagles I brought my notes lest faulty memory lead me astray
- LEST definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary
for fear that; so that (one) should not (used negatively to introduce a clause expressive of an action or occurrence requiring caution) He kept his notes by his side lest faulty memory lead him astray
- Lest - definition of lest by The Free Dictionary
1 for fear that; so that (one) should not: I used notes lest faulty memory should lead me astray 2 that (used after words expressing fear, danger, etc ): We worried lest the plan become known
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