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dependent

[dih-pen-duhnt] / dɪˈpɛn dənt /




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In PCs, it will be dependent on other companies putting pieces together.

From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026

Contrary to the name, German cockroaches originate from South East Asia and are completely dependent on humans for survival in the UK.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

On its biggest AI projects, BCG is getting paid differently, with more work dependent on achieving certain goals for the client, such as lower costs or higher revenue growth.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Once your mix is on track, make sure your equity portfolio is truly diversified, including stocks or funds that aren’t so heavily dependent on AI.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

His countenance reminded one of a lamp quenched, waiting to be re-lit—and alas! it was not himself that could now kindle the lustre of animated expression: he was dependent on another for that office!

From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë




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