as in possibilities
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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With an Antetokounmpo arrival, a deeper look could come into Keels’ NBA spacing possibilities.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
21 June 2026 -
Who that third-place team will be remains to be seen since there are 20 different possibilities based on the rest of the group stage.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
20 June 2026
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Health officials said the risk of exposure could increase as summer travel ramps up and Los Angeles welcomes international visitors for FIFA World Cup events being held in the region.—
Brittany Miller,
FOXNews.com,
20 June 2026
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Why not invest just as seriously in recreation centers, evening sports leagues, arts programs, neighborhood events and summer employment opportunities designed specifically for teenagers?—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
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In some cases the travel time was three times quicker than for Tuesday’s game.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
21 June 2026
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In some cases, positions left vacant by retiring or resigning employees were not filled.—
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
21 June 2026
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“Contingences.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contingences. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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