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[ri-lahy-uhns] / rɪˈlaɪ əns /


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But despite North Korea's reliance on China and its position as a junior partner in the alliance, this week Kim appeared to get his way on at least one key issue.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Nvidia certified Micron, SK Hynix, and Samsung as HBM4 suppliers, indicating continued reliance on multiple vendors.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

The Australian-based duo of Ian Malouf and Rob Cromb had told Fiji's government the project could meet 40 percent of the small country's electricity needs, cutting its reliance on diesel.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

“The goal is to minimize congestion, reduce reliance on private vehicles, and ensure the fan experience is positive and memorable – defined by the action on pitch, not delays on the roads.”

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

A reliance on artefacts will thus bias an account of ancient hunter-gatherer life.

From "Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind" by Yuval Noah Harari




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