contingent on

Example Sentences

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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

The remaining $35 billion was contingent on “certain conditions.”

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

The Build Back Pali grant — which was contingent on Blanck signing a lease in the Palisades — covered his deposit and several months of rent, he said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 12, 2026

These sources were reported as saying that many of the terms laid out in the memo would be contingent on a final agreement being reached.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

It had also been planted that her job was contingent on her being able to grind coffee.

From "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith