contingent kuhn-TIN-juhnt adjective noun WS #10

dependent on or conditioned by something else; possible but not certain to occur; happening by chance or without known cause

1. Our plans are contingent on the weather.
2. Success is contingent on hard work and dedication.
3. The project's timeline includes provisions for contingent expenses.
4. The outcome was contingent on several factors beyond our control.
5. The agreement is contingent upon receiving proper funding.

a group of people or things that form part of a larger group; a representative group; a quota of troops

1. The company sent a large contingent to the industry conference.
2. A small contingent of soldiers was dispatched to the region.
3. A contingent of reporters waited outside the courthouse.
4. The Canadian contingent performed well at the Olympics.
5. The foreign contingent brought a different perspective to the discussion.