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Contingence

Definition:

Contingence is the state or quality of being contingent, that is, dependent on certain conditions or circumstances that may or may not happen.

Examples:

As a noun:

1. The success of the project is contingent upon securing additional funding.
2. The decision to cancel the event was made due to contingences beyond our control.

As an adjective:

1. In this highly volatile market, it is crucial to have a contingency plan in place.
2. The company relies on a contingence workforce during busy seasons.

As an adverb:

1. The software is designed to adjust contingently based on user preferences.
2. The organization responded swiftly and contingently to the changing circumstances.

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