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2 Usage Examples Depicting the Meaning of 'Contingency' in a Sentence

"Dependence on chance or the fulfillment of a condition, leading to uncertainty or fortuitousness." more

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The explorers packed extra food as a contingency in case their journey took longer than expected.
She packed a contingency snack in case she got hungry during the field trip.

Contingency

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nounDependence on chance or the fulfillment of a condition, leading to uncertainty or fortuitousness.
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Last Updated On: April 6, 2024
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