Usages of por si
Imprimo las diapositivas por si el proyector falla.
I print the slides in case the projector fails.
Guardo un pañuelo en mi bolsa por si toso en el auditorio.
I keep a tissue in my bag in case I cough in the auditorium.
Quiero más cobertura en el seguro del carro, por si se daña otra llanta en la carretera.
I want more coverage on the car insurance, in case another tire gets damaged on the road.
Guardo el seguro del carro en mi carpeta, por si el policía me lo pide otra vez.
I keep the car insurance in my folder, in case the police officer asks me for it again.
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