1. plural of contingence; the quality or state of being contingent; dependence on something uncertain or variable
Usage: formal; often used in philosophical or technical contexts
2. plural of contingence; events or circumstances that are possible but not certain to occur
Usage: formal

Examples

• The philosopher discussed the contingences of human existence.
• We must prepare for various contingences in our business plan.
• The contract accounts for multiple contingences that could affect the project.
• Historical contingences shaped the outcome of the war.
• Risk management requires identifying potential contingences before they arise.