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What does lest mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word lest? Here's what it means.

Conjunction
  1. For fear that; that […] not; in order that […] not; in case.
  2. That (without the negative particle); – after certain expressions denoting fear or apprehension.
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Adjusting his grip on the controls, he began to veer away from the colony, lest he be detected by their radar.
The lady in question is a Carlow Town native who wishes to remain anonymous lest her imminent reapplication for the medical card be jeopardised.
I refuse to talk about my abortive attempt at qualifying for the Hanley Cup lest I depress myself even more.
Be advised to carry loose coins lest you incur the wrath of a taxi driver who does not have enough change.
The Doctors fear Georgie shall be our only son, but do not say that to Anne, lest she box your ears.
His son should better be advised to deal with the despot carefully lest it becomes the jinx of both father and son.

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