dependency

Example Sentences

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But whatever she was expected to do, she was clearly uncomfortable about her dependency on Epstein.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

To reduce its dependency on research and development contracts from U.S. government agencies, Rigetti is prioritizing sales of its machines.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

Services like Google and Facebook already engage in this sort of nudging, manipulation and cultivation of dependency on their existing user base.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

The measure was introduced under the Conservative-Liberal Democrat coalition in 2013, with the aim of increasing the incentive to work and reducing long-term dependency on benefits.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

They spoke about Morrie’s increasing dependency on other people.

From "Tuesdays with Morrie" by Mitch Albom