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contingent

[kuhn-tin-juhnt] / kənˈtɪn dʒənt /




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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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