contingent
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In a joint statement released on Wednesday by the US State Department, the three countries said the deal was "contingent on a complete cessation" of fire by Hezbollah.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
Rather, it is contingent on research-and-development-based milestones, which Chief Development Officer Trevor Lanting said includes the delivery of prototypes.
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
After Adam made his offer to share costs — contingent on receiving copies of the bills — Brian took no action for approximately 11 months.
From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026
But those who are optimistic for equity returns in 2026 caution that their outlook is contingent on a resolution to tensions in the Middle East.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 26, 2026
Milo was dumfounded when he stepped down to the ground and found a contingent of armed M.P.’s waiting to imprison the German pilots and confiscate their planes.
From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller
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