Contingency
01
an event or situation that might happen
例子
The plan accounts for contingencies that could delay the project.
02
the condition of depending on something else
例子
Our travel plans are under contingency based on flight availability.
03
应急费用
the funds that are set aside for unforeseen expenses that may arise in the future
例子
As a prudent financial practice, homeowners should maintain a contingency fund to cover sudden home repairs, like a leaking roof or a malfunctioning furnace.
作为一种谨慎的财务做法，房主应维持一笔应急资金，以支付突然的家庭维修费用，如屋顶漏水或炉子故障。
