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Definition contingency in American English

contingency noun

[countable] noun
/kənˈtɪndʒənsi/
1

something that might happen in the future, especially something bad

Example

We like to be prepared for all contingencies.

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situation circumstance conditions
1.1

something done in order to prepare for a possible bad event

Example

Most large businesses have cash reserves as a contingency for bad debts.

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preparation agreement plan
1.2

used for describing plans or actions that help you to prepare for possible bad events

Example

contingency measures/plans/arrangements

Example

a contingency fund

Synonyms and related words
strategic tactical workable
Definition contingency in American English