"Lest" is a conjunction that means "for fear that".Originally Posted by Shad
It is used when one wants to state a course of action that will avoid a negative occurrence. It is usually followed by the subjunctive mood.
We should plead guilty to manslaughter, lest we be convicted of murder.
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- 03-Oct-2006, 18:40 #1
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Lest? Please help me use this word: LEST
Its not clear even after refering dictionaries
thank you
- 03-Oct-2006, 20:28 #2
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Re: Lest? Thank You Mike
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