contingent
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The remaining $35 billion was contingent on “certain conditions.”
From Barron's • May 18, 2026
Furthermore, Carney said the pipeline is contingent on appropriate consultation with affected indigenous communities, and that the Pacific-coast province of British Columbia securing economic benefits from the project.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
Tuchel will now work towards cutting down the squad to a final contingent of 26 players for the tournament in the USA, Canada and Mexico.
From BBC • May 12, 2026
The Build Back Pali grant — which was contingent on Blanck signing a lease in the Palisades — covered his deposit and several months of rent, he said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026
Also, a large contingent of out-of-town lawyers, many of whom had journeyed great distances, filled several benches; specifically, they were on hand to hear Green’s final address to the jury.
From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote
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