as in possibility
something that might happen
the collapse of that nation's economy was one contingence that the architects of the war hadn't planned on
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Recent Examples of contingence
The team had a strong veteran contingence, but none of those veterans had anyone to lead them.
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Anthony Fenech, Detroit Free Press, 24 Sep. 2017
Anthony Fenech, Detroit Free Press, 24 Sep. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contingence
Noun
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At a meeting last week, the board discussed the possibility of raising fares for the first time in about five years.—
Phil Diehl,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
22 Apr. 2025
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Among the possibilities: Right-handers Michael Peterson, recalled from Triple A to take Strider’s roster spot, and Scott Blewett, acquired in a Monday trade from the Baltimore Orioles.—
David O'Brien,
New York Times,
22 Apr. 2025
Noun
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In the wake of the devastating events of last Sunday's episode of The Last of Us, this week's installment marked a new chapter for Ellie (Bella Ramsey) and the rest of the survivors of the infected horde's attack on Jackson.—
Megan McCluskey,
Time,
28 Apr. 2025
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This type of shoe is perfect for evening or more formal events and goes great with dark jeans or satin finish.—
René Chávez Esparza,
Glamour,
27 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Superintendents and state lawmakers are preparing for contingencies: What happens if federal contributions shrink further next fiscal year?—
Michelle Mbekeani,
Forbes.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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The United States and its allies will need to improve their defense industrial bases and build stocks to better prepare for these contingencies in the future.—
Lawrence D. Freedman,
Foreign Affairs,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Another case involves Venezuelan immigrants seeking hearings to contest their gang membership.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
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Don’t pass the bakery case without ordering a cinnamon roll or a bright green pistachio muffin.—
Staff Author,
Southern Living,
20 Apr. 2025
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“Contingence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contingence. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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