contingence

noun

kən-ˈtin-jən(t)s How to pronounce contingence (audio)
Definition of contingencenext
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. — Anthony Fenech, Detroit Free Press, 24 Sep. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contingence
  1. possibility
  2. event
  3. contingency
  4. case
Noun
  • In fact, Smith sees the possibility of additional upside if ET announces more natural gas projects.
    — TipRanks.com Staff, CNBC, 19 July 2026
  • The Scripps reports may generate long-term hopes and possibilities regarding El Niños.
    — Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 July 2026
Definition of possibility
Noun
  • In the wake of Argentina’s 2-1 win over England in Wednesday’s semifinal match, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution picked several hometown winners of the biggest sporting event to hit the city since 1996 Centennial Olympic Games.
    — Kelly Yamanouchi, AJC.com, 16 July 2026
  • Last Month, Wilson endorsed Gilbert in an event that included a ceremonial passing of the torch.
    — Raisa Habersham, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026
Definition of event
Noun
  • The Del Mar City Council approved an amendment on July 7 to a contract with Schmidt Design Group for work on the Shore Park master plan that adds a 10% project contingency, equal to about $18,000, and adjusting the scope of service.
    — Luke Harold, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 July 2026
  • The jets are also equipped with air-to-air refueling capabilities for contingencies, though it has never been utilized with a president on board.
    — Michelle L. Price, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
Definition of contingency
Noun
  • After arriving at the scene, Hostin continued making her case.
    — Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2026
  • Trump is also not expected to get involved in the extradition case, two sources familiar with the matter earlier told CNN.
    — Julianna Bragg, CNN Money, 21 July 2026
Definition of case

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“Contingence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contingence. Accessed 21 Jul. 2026.

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