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Q: What does Shakespeare mean by the word lest?
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"Lest" is used to indicate a negative consequence that should be avoided. For example, "She studied hard lest she fail the exam." It is often followed by a clause that expresses the outcome to be avoided.


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in case


What are some synonyms of the word 'lest'?

There are many synonyms for the word "lest". These include "in case", "so that", "in order to avoid" and "to prevent". It is used as a conjugation word.