Contingent

How it is used

Use contingent on to state what a conclusion depends on.

Example sentences

1. Our interpretation is contingent on the accuracy of the archived dates.

   Incorrect dates would weaken this interpretation.

2. The field visit remains contingent on permission from the school.

   Permission is required before the visit can proceed.

Common collocations

• contingent on
• contingent relationship

Related terms

• assumptionSomething accepted as true without being proved, which a theory, method or statistical test depends on.
• limitationA weakness or restriction in a study's design, sample or methods that affects how far its findings can be generalized or trusted.

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