as in dependent
determined by something else
the train's scheduled departure is contingent on the prompt fixing of the mechanical fault
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Adjective
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America is highly dependent on other countries for most of its fresh fruit and vegetables.—
Nathaniel Meyersohn,
CNN Money,
20 Sep. 2025 -
Amazon also warned holders of H-4 dependent visas, which are for spouses and dependents of H-1B visas, to remain in the US.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
20 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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All three people have since been released on conditional bail, while the investigation remains ongoing, police said.—
Sophie Tanno,
CNN Money,
18 Sep. 2025
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College may still matter, but the once direct pipeline from classroom to career is now conditional, varying by major, region, and the strength of a graduate's network.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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“Contingent (on or upon).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contingent%20%28on%20or%20upon%29. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.
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