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contingencies

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun contingency has 2 senses
  1. eventuality, contingency, contingence - a possible event or occurrence or result
    --1 is a kind of happening, occurrence, natural event
  2. contingency - the state of being contingent on something
    --2 is a kind of
    dependence, dependance, dependency

Definitions from the Web

Contingencies

Noun - Singular:

A contingency refers to something that may or may not happen, an event or situation that is uncertain or dependent on other factors.

Sense 1:

In insurance, a contingency is an unforeseen event or circumstance that might result in the triggering of an insurance policy.

Example sentence: Make sure you carefully read the policy to understand what contingencies are covered in case of an accident.

Related products: Insurance Policies

Sense 2:

A contingency plan is a detailed strategy or backup plan designed to handle unexpected events or emergencies.

Example sentence: The company had to activate its contingency plan to ensure business continuity during the power outage.

Related products: Emergency Management Plans

Noun - Plural:

Contingencies, in plural form, can refer to a range of possible future events or circumstances that are anticipated and accounted for.

Sense 1:

In financial planning, contingencies are provisions made for unexpected expenses or situations that may impact budgeting or investments.

Example sentence: It is important to include contingencies in your budget to account for any unexpected costs that might arise.

Related products: Financial Planning Software

Related forms:

  • Adjective: contingent

Example sentence: The success of the project is contingent upon securing additional funding.

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