Examples of “contingent” in a Sentence

adj Dependent on something else that is uncertain; conditional.

• Her promotion is contingent on the project's success.
• The trip is contingent on good weather, so pack an umbrella just in case.
• Our offer is contingent upon a satisfactory report from the surveyor.

noun A group representing a larger body, such as troops or delegates sent to an event.

• A large contingent of protesters gathered outside the courthouse.
• A small contingent from our school traveled to the national science fair.
• The Scottish contingent arrived at the festival early, carrying banners and drums.