contingents

noun

Definition of contingentsnext
plural of contingent
1
as in delegations
a body of persons chosen as representatives of a larger group the local Scout troop traditionally sends a large contingent to the jamboree

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2
as in events
something that might happen officials in charge of managing the national emergency tried to prepare for every contingent, no matter how improbable

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for contingents
  1. delegations
  2. events
  3. possibilities
  4. contingencies
  5. cases
Noun
  • Led dozens of delegations of international observers to various countries to help ensure elections were free and fair.
    Katie Wiseman, The Indianapolis Star, 30 Dec. 2024
  • In the coming weeks, local legislative delegations will hold daytime forums to hear from the public.
    Orlando Sentinel and South Florida Sun Sentinel Editorial Boards, Orlando Sentinel, 18 Dec. 2024
Definition of delegations
Noun
  • Leather opera gloves were a popular red carpet accessory in 2024, with stars including Greta Lee, Selena Gomez and Ciara rocking them at high-profile events such as the Screen Actors Guild Awards and the Baby2Baby Gala.
    Hannah Malach, WWD, 5 Jan. 2025
  • From strategic branding to exclusive events like the Red Carpet Gala, Nim ensures every participant maximizes the reach and influence of their work.
    Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
Definition of events
Noun
  • Forecasting focuses on the past to see the future; foresight relies on its ability to contextualize the present to prepare for a range of future possibilities.
    Dr. Marcus Collins, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
  • From this methodology, Pinterest produces twenty future trends that provide twenty different possibilities for what lies around the corner.
    Dr. Marcus Collins, Forbes, 27 Dec. 2024
Definition of possibilities
Noun
  • The Pac-12 Conference applied for trademarks this month that attempt to cover various contingencies if the league—which currently has two members, with commitments to add six more in 2026—ends up eventually fielding nine, 10, 11, 13 or 14 schools.
    Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 22 Dec. 2024
  • Firstly, the community is well aware of the quantum threat, and secondly, while there may not be a concrete plan in place for each public blockchain, preparations, and contingencies are well underway.
    Nimrod Lehavi, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of contingencies
Noun
  • The vast majority of diabetes cases can be entirely prevented.
    Omer Awan, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • In some cases, the male may effectively become an attached sperm-producing organ.
    Danielle Hall, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of cases
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contingent (on or upon)

contingents

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