For example There were several conditions precedent that applied to the contract. Show source/s Plain English Campaign Give feedback This page was not useful This page was useful Thank you for your feedback. If you have another few minutes please take the time to tell us about our new Dictionary service. Thank you for your answer, if you can tell us more that would really help Update
Condition subsequent Something which may happen in the future and, if it does, will affect a contract.
Contract An agreement between two or more people (or groups) to do (or not to do) something. The agreement can be enforced by law.