Definition of "contingents" [contingents]

• Plural form of contingent. (noun)

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• "There were big contingents from a number of unions; I picked out IUPAT, the Teachers; AFSCME, Sheet Metal Workers, the Nurses."
• "I should also note that among the students were large contingents from the women's soccer team and tennis team."
• "One of the things I proposed is that we go slowly so as not to discredit the idea of contingents, which is a treasure that will provide decisive resources for promoting the country's development."