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as in relying
to place reliance or trust
I know I can always depend on you for help when I really need it
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Recent Examples of depending
The dress has an A-line silhouette with a skater skirt that falls around the knees (depending on your height, of course).
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Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025
The timing and level of investment needed to build a value-generating venture vary depending on the type of asset at its core.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 28 Oct. 2025
Still, there are groceries in the fridge, and everyone has their field trips paid for and clothes that fit, there is freedom that comes from paying your own way without depending on anyone else.
—Sarah Bregel, Parents, 28 Oct. 2025
Now, that may feel too personal, depending on the age of your teenager.
—Kara Alaimo, CNN Money, 28 Oct. 2025
Travelers whose flights are delayed or canceled may be eligible for compensation or refunds, depending on the nature of the disruption.
—Eve Chen, USA Today, 28 Oct. 2025
The committee has suggested O’Connor could face review of his medical license depending on the findings.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 28 Oct. 2025
Drivers caught speeding can be ticketed and fined, with the penalty depending on their speed.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
updated October 28, Sacbee.com, 28 Oct. 2025
In Ohio, a defendant is more likely to face the death penalty, depending on where the crime happened.
—Kevin Grasha, Cincinnati Enquirer, 21 Oct. 2025
Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025
The timing and level of investment needed to build a value-generating venture vary depending on the type of asset at its core.
—Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 28 Oct. 2025
Still, there are groceries in the fridge, and everyone has their field trips paid for and clothes that fit, there is freedom that comes from paying your own way without depending on anyone else.
—Sarah Bregel, Parents, 28 Oct. 2025
Now, that may feel too personal, depending on the age of your teenager.
—Kara Alaimo, CNN Money, 28 Oct. 2025
Travelers whose flights are delayed or canceled may be eligible for compensation or refunds, depending on the nature of the disruption.
—Eve Chen, USA Today, 28 Oct. 2025
The committee has suggested O’Connor could face review of his medical license depending on the findings.
—Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 28 Oct. 2025
Drivers caught speeding can be ticketed and fined, with the penalty depending on their speed.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
updated October 28, Sacbee.com, 28 Oct. 2025
In Ohio, a defendant is more likely to face the death penalty, depending on where the crime happened.
—Kevin Grasha, Cincinnati Enquirer, 21 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for depending
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Since 2016, the travel insurance company has created this rating, basing it off data from the Global Peace Index, Numbeo and GeoSure Global scores.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
23 Oct. 2025
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According to the Payscale report, 63% of employers saw an increase in employees basing their salary requests on inaccurate or unverified data this year.—
Sophie Caldwell,
CNBC,
8 Oct. 2025
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However, Burbank cautioned that relying solely on zone 2 cardio can backfire—potentially limiting your ability to perform higher-intensity activities like sprinting and heavy lifting.—
Brian Mastroianni,
Health,
23 Oct. 2025
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Younger generations are relying more and more on social video and AI searches for entertainment and information, rather than the open web, causing an 8% drop in Wikipedia traffic year-over-year.—
Victor Riparbelli,
Fortune,
23 Oct. 2025
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With goal difference not a factor in this three-match format, there was no incentive for Miami to push forward in the final period, and Nashville never looked like turning the contest around.—
The Athletic Staff,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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But Drew Mestekmaker and North Texas’ high-flying offense wouldn’t be denied, turning a three-point deficit midway through the third quarter into a 34-point road victory, keeping their College Football Playoff hopes alive.—
Hunter Bailey,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Oct. 2025
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That marked three complete game victories in a row, counting his Game 7 NLCS victory over the Mets.—
Jim Alexander,
Oc Register,
26 Oct. 2025
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As of last year, the federal government had more than 23,000 civilian employees in Kentucky, not counting uniformed military personnel or federal contractors.—
Connor Giffin,
Louisville Courier Journal,
25 Oct. 2025
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Other highlights of the farm include a swimming pool, a barn with horse stables, and a riding ring, as well as fishing ponds, walking trails, and apiaries.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
23 Oct. 2025
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But eliminate a defensive takeaway at the end of Cal’s 28-24 win at Boston College and its 21-18 squeaker over North Carolina last Friday and the Bears could be 3-4, winless in three ACC games and riding a four-game losing streak.—
Jeff Faraudo,
Mercury News,
23 Oct. 2025
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“Depending.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/depending. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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