contingent
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Arbitration can keep plaintiffs from banding together into a class action, and in that way attracting a lawyer to take on their case for a large enough contingent fee.
From Slate • Apr. 27, 2026
Efforts to stabilize tensions in the region, particularly around maritime security and broader ceasefire discussions, remain ongoing, but increasingly contingent on rapidly changing political and logistical conditions.
From Salon • Apr. 25, 2026
The central bank indicated further rate cuts are possible, contingent on a sustainable inflation slowdown, despite rising oil prices.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026
SAP reiterated its 2026 cloud revenue outlook of €25.8 billion to €26.2 billion, contingent on Middle East de-escalation and Reltio consolidation.
From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026
The Carter contingent said it would only consider playing there if the Permian band, Pepettes, and student section were moved from their normal location on the visitor’s side to the home side.
From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger
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