contingent

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Amazon made the single largest commitment at up to $50 billion in investment, although it is structured with a $15 billion investment, followed by a $35 billion tranche contingent on certain milestones.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

To offset lower upfront payments, many smaller deals are coming with contingent payments, like contingent-value rights or milestones, that could eventually raise the value while protecting buyers from overpaying.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

Northern Ireland's travelling contingent did their best to generate a lively atmosphere, but there is only so much 300 people can do.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

With Centessa, Lilly is paying $6.3 billion upfront and a contingent value right worth up to $1.5 billion.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

They left a small headquarters contingent behind as they moved out.

From "Fallen Angels" by Walter Dean Myers