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contingency
a possible future event to plan for
In more detail
1. (noun) a possible event or situation that might happen in the future, especially one that is unexpected or difficult to prepare for
2. (noun) something that depends on or is determined by another event or condition
Examples
- 1. The emergency plan included contingencies for various disasters.
- 2. The job offer was contingent on passing a background check.
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