いざとなれば（いざとなれば）

JLPT N1 · noun

Meaning: when the time comes

Example sentences

• いざとなれば助けを呼べばいい。 — If it comes to that, you can just call for help.
• いざとなれば実力を発揮する。 — When the moment calls for it, he shows his true ability.

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