be dependent on

Example Sentences

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“The global market will be dependent on trade barriers.”

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

"Creating posts and improving patient care should not be dependent on calling off a strike."

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

“Our incentive levels and home sales gross margin for the remainder of the year will be dependent on the strength of demand, changes in mortgage interest rates, and other market conditions,” Jessica Hansen, D.R.

From Barron's • Jan. 20, 2026

And it should not be dependent on the personnel of the court.

From Slate • Dec. 17, 2025

She did not appear to be dependent on her students.

From "The Great Gilly Hopkins" by Katherine Paterson