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as in possibilities
something that might happen
agencies trying to provide for every contingency in a national emergency
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as in provisions
something upon which the carrying out of an agreement or offer depends
an offer to buy the house, with the contingency that it pass inspection
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Recent Examples of contingencies
Chinese analysts say the move signals a shift toward quasi-carrier operations and could indicate preparations for potential contingencies involving Beijing, adding to regional strategic tensions.
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Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 29 Mar. 2026
One source previously told CNN the unit’s presence gives commanders more options for a range of contingencies.
—Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2026
To prepare for such contingencies, directors and property managers should identify potential vulnerabilities, know where exits and secure spaces are located, and anticipate how individuals might behave during a conflict.
—Evonne Andris, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
Single-family houses that need work also are drawing multiple bids, but higher purchase prices are making would-be buyers more cautious and increasingly unwilling to waive home inspections and other contingencies, experts say.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 22 Mar. 2026
The union does not want raises that depend on potentially subjective future contingencies, asserting that the district can commit to more now.
—Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 19 Mar. 2026
The cap prevents people from maintaining reasonable reserves to address life’s routine contingencies and financial emergencies.
—Michael Frerichs, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
The collapse of diplomacy has forced the US and Israel to review military contingencies, including the possibility of using ground forces to retrieve nuclear material, said a European official familiar with the planning.
—Jonathan Tirone, Fortune, 8 Mar. 2026
Any one of these grim contingencies could be a strategic blow to the United States, which depends on a network of bases in the Gulf to maintain its military power across the Middle East and Africa.
—Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 6 Mar. 2026
Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 29 Mar. 2026
One source previously told CNN the unit’s presence gives commanders more options for a range of contingencies.
—Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 28 Mar. 2026
To prepare for such contingencies, directors and property managers should identify potential vulnerabilities, know where exits and secure spaces are located, and anticipate how individuals might behave during a conflict.
—Evonne Andris, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 2026
Single-family houses that need work also are drawing multiple bids, but higher purchase prices are making would-be buyers more cautious and increasingly unwilling to waive home inspections and other contingencies, experts say.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 22 Mar. 2026
The union does not want raises that depend on potentially subjective future contingencies, asserting that the district can commit to more now.
—Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 19 Mar. 2026
The cap prevents people from maintaining reasonable reserves to address life’s routine contingencies and financial emergencies.
—Michael Frerichs, Chicago Tribune, 12 Mar. 2026
The collapse of diplomacy has forced the US and Israel to review military contingencies, including the possibility of using ground forces to retrieve nuclear material, said a European official familiar with the planning.
—Jonathan Tirone, Fortune, 8 Mar. 2026
Any one of these grim contingencies could be a strategic blow to the United States, which depends on a network of bases in the Gulf to maintain its military power across the Middle East and Africa.
—Robert F. Worth, The Atlantic, 6 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contingencies
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Easter Sunday brings the reflective season of Lent to its conclusion, focusing on the possibilities of spiritual rebirth from personal sacrifice toward a larger goal.—
Michael Pfleger,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Mar. 2026
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McDonald's used humanoid robots in one location for a short period to test reactions and explore possibilities.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
29 Mar. 2026
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This means union officials cannot impose contract provisions that require workers to pay money to the union as a condition of getting or keeping a job, according to the foundation.—
Chase Jordan
April 2,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Apr. 2026
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The remaining provisions of these Official Rules will continue to be valid and enforceable.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
1 Apr. 2026
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The trial was delayed for years because of multiple postponements, defense challenges over the use of DNA evidence, and the efforts of prosecutors to reconstruct events involving multiple victims across a five-year timeline.—
Carlos E. Castañeda,
CBS News,
4 Apr. 2026
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The 38-year-old posted herself on Instagram at community events, from political rallies to parades to little league baseball games.—
Amanda Rosa,
Miami Herald,
4 Apr. 2026
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The strong wind, combined with the dry air and dry brush on the ground, creates conditions for an elevated wildfire threat.—
March 28,
CBS News,
28 Mar. 2026
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Check airport conditions early and often, including official websites and social media accounts where airports share timely updates and guidance, according to experts.—
John Raby,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Mar. 2026
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The candidates earned a median annual income of $489,000 from 2021 to 2025, a total that in most cases includes their spouse’s income.—
Ben Paviour,
Sacbee.com,
4 Apr. 2026
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Overall, Sosnowski predicts that a gradual warmup is forecast in most cases after a cool start to the week.—
Doyle Rice,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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Membership there had political as well as social requirements.—
Michael Gorra,
The New York Review of Books,
4 Apr. 2026
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The tax, plus the bill’s disclosure requirements, would deter third parties from offering this funding and could inadvertently dox conservative activists and donors.—
George Harris,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 Apr. 2026
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