rely on

Example Sentences

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The prospect of higher borrowing costs has hurt the tech industry in particular as they dent consumer spending while firms also rely on debt to power innovation.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Among Americans age 65 and older, 40% rely on Social Security for half or more of their income, while about 14% depend on it for 90% or more of their income, according to AARP.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

“Families should not have to wonder every budget season whether the support they rely on will be taken away,” Gonzalez said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

Much of Libya is controlled by rival militias, and smuggling networks rely on their co-operation.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

I’m afraid I will have to rely on that painful teacher, Experience, until I get my homestead legs.

From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson