contingency fund
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of contingency fund
First recorded in 1880–85
Example Sentences
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The government originally said there was only enough in the contingency fund to cover about 50% of November benefits.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 6, 2025
“We are digging into a contingency fund that is supposed to be for emergencies,” she said.
From Salon • Nov. 4, 2025
The project has a $450 million budget, with a $50 million contingency fund.
From Seattle Times • Sep. 29, 2023
Leeds Beckett University says it has committed its "entire contingency fund" of £3.4m to help students who are struggling with the cost of living.
From BBC • Mar. 5, 2023
The budget adds $20.2 million to the county’s contingency fund, bringing that total to $45.3 million.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2022
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