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contingency

🇬🇧 UK/kәn'tindʒәnsi/🇺🇸 US
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Definitions

n.

An uncertain event that may occur in the future; a provision made for such an event, especially unexpected expenses.

意外事件;应急措施;偶然性

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
contogether, with
+
tingtouch
+
entperforming, being in a state
+
cystate, quality, condition
=contingency

Common Collocations

  • 1.contingency plan应急计划
  • 2.contingency fund应急基金

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The military must prepare for contingencies that might arise during their overseas mission.

  • 2.

    We saved money as a contingency in case of unexpected medical emergencies.

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