1. in a way that depends on something uncertain or on a condition that may or may not occur
Usage: formal; often used in legal, philosophical, or academic contexts

Examples

• The contract was contingently approved, pending the client's final review.
• She agreed contingently on the condition that the deadline could be extended.
• The funding was contingently allocated based on project performance.
• He accepted the job offer contingently, subject to a background check.
• The plan moves forward contingently on securing additional resources.
• The inheritance was contingently distributed according to the will's conditions.