be dependent
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Yet it was not clear why redress for violating the Constitution should be dependent on Congress passing a statute.
From Slate ● Nov. 10, 2026
A plush toy may be dependent on unpredictable consumer spending, but the underlying business model is built on revenue stemming from royalties, Collins said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 30, 2026
Hyodol's character was designed to be dependent on its user, as many older Koreans have spent their lives enduring gruelling work to provide for their families, Kim said.
From Barron's ● Jun. 11, 2026
“One of the best gifts you can give your kids is not to be dependent on them in the future.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 23, 2026
She would still have some money, so she wouldn’t be dependent.
From "Homecoming" by Cynthia Voigt
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