contingency fund

noun

: an amount of money that can be used to pay for problems that might happen

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Recent Examples on the Web

Another funding option is a $270-million contingency fund maintained by LA28 that can be distributed as a surplus if the Games make money or be used to cover any losses in the event of a shortfall. — Libor Jany, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026

And a $50,000 contingency fund was set up in case the center needed to be open for additional nights, to provide hotel vouchers for families or to address overflow needs. — Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2026

If there is a post-Games deficit the city is responsible for the first $270 million after the $270 million LA28 contingency fund is exhausted. — Scott M. Reid, Oc Register, 7 Apr. 2026

The contingency fund that usually covers salary adjustments was reduced by 90% in the current state budget. — Niki Kelly, IndyStar, 24 Mar. 2026

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