contingencies
pronunciation
How to pronounce contingencies in British English:
UK [kən'tɪndʒənsɪz]
How to pronounce contingencies in American English:
US [kən'tɪndʒənsɪz]
Word Origin
- contingencies (n.)
- "unexpected additional expenses," 1660s, from contingency.
Example
- 1. High development costs and other contingencies forced the project to be delayed again .
- 2. Not everything in history is inevitable ; contingencies abound .
- 3. In the risks and contingencies section , all the risks along with contingency plans and mitigation strategies are presented .
- 4. But I am fervently advocating contingencies .
- 5. Armies respond to unexpected contingencies , but it is navies and air forces that project power .