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Conditional

usgb/kənˈdɪʃənl/Volume
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Expect Constraints

The adjective 'conditional' implies restrictions are present for an event to occur.

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Your job offer is conditional upon the successful background check.
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Uncertain Outcome

'Conditional' suggests the future is not set and depends on certain requirements.

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He could join the trip, conditional on his recovery.
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Not Guaranteed

Use 'conditional' to indicate something promised may not happen.

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The bonus is conditional, not guaranteed.
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