contingent
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
President Trump announced a two-week cease-fire with Iran, contingent on the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
All of this is contingent on Iran also suspending hostilities and fully opening the Strait of Hormuz to commercial shipping traffic, which it says it will do.
From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026
The agreement also includes up to $1.85 billion in contingent milestone payments.
From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026
Centessa investors will also receive nontransferrable contingent value rights worth up to an additional $9 a share, bringing the total potential deal consideration to about $7.8 billion, or $47 a share.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026
Livermore’s first-year budget in fiscal 1953 had been $3.5 million and its staff contingent 698.
From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik
Vocabulary lists containing contingent
Olympics Vocabulary for Champions
Looking to grow your vocabulary? Check out this interactive, curated word list from our team of English language specialists at Vocabulary.com – one of over 17,000 lists we've built to help learners worldwide!
Common Senses: Tact, Tang ("Touch")
Interested in learning more words like this one? Our team at Vocabulary.com has got you covered! You can review flashcards, quiz yourself, practice spelling, and more – and it's all completely free to use!
This Week In Words: January 4–10, 2020
Want to remember this word for good? Start your learning journey today with our library of interactive, themed word lists built by the experts at Vocabulary.com – we'll help you make the most of your study time!
