dependence

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Tesla’s dependence on China became clear last year when it had to reduce the use of rare-earth magnets in Optimus after China tightened export restrictions, according to people familiar with Tesla’s supply chain.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Wilson acknowledged a greater risk to international markets, owing to their heavy dependence on imported energy.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

Defending this approach as "pragmatic", Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson told the BBC the UK needed to move away from its dependence on fossil fuels and invest more in home-grown energy.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

Solar power plays a major role in efforts to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and address climate change.

From Science Daily • Mar. 28, 2026

It recognized the massive dependence of the American economy on trade with England.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis