contingency
nounAn event or condition that might occur and may require a response.
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Clear all filtersAn event or condition that might occur and may require a response.
To imagine or picture a future possibility.
A possible event or outcome for which one may need to prepare.
Likely or exposed to the possibility of something, often an unfavorable outcome.
To prevent something or rule out its possibility.
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