contingent
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President Trump announced a two-week cease-fire with Iran, contingent on the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
The agreement also includes up to $1.85 billion in contingent milestone payments.
From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026
Gilead on Tuesday said it will pay an initial $3.15 billion in cash for Tubulis, which is developing next-generation antibody-drug conjugates, or ADCs, along with up to $1.85 billion in contingent milestone payments.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026
Northern Ireland's travelling contingent did their best to generate a lively atmosphere, but there is only so much 300 people can do.
From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026
When we arrived at the magistrate’s office, we found a large contingent of pressmen and photographers.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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