as in depends
to place reliance or trust
rigorously tested the rope before starting out, for the rock climbers would be relying on it with their very lives
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Arcata relies on versatile quarterback Luke Lemke.
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Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Grant relies on its offensive and defensive lines to create scoring opportunities.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Begin by listing data used in sales, marketing and HR activities, along with the tools your team relies on—this typically makes for an excellent starting point.
—Jodi Daniels, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The Monarchs haven’t come close to losing all season thanks to a dominating defense and an offense that relies on running back Jordon Davison and quarterback Dash Beierly, who are committed to Oregon and Washington, respectively.
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Now, Walgreens not only relies on pharmacy but also retail sales, and the factors above imply a lower footfall, which will impact its retail sales as well.
—Trefis Team, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Their service model relies upon GOVX ID verification technology to ensure exclusive access to discounts for qualified individuals.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
The Secret Service often relies on local law enforcement to secure large events.
—Rebecca Santana, Los Angeles Times, 10 Dec. 2024
While the Danish island relies largely on the cruise industry to bring in tourists, officials say the new airport will pave the way for people to reach Greenland from the skies.
—Justin Klawans, theweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Grant relies on its offensive and defensive lines to create scoring opportunities.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Begin by listing data used in sales, marketing and HR activities, along with the tools your team relies on—this typically makes for an excellent starting point.
—Jodi Daniels, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The Monarchs haven’t come close to losing all season thanks to a dominating defense and an offense that relies on running back Jordon Davison and quarterback Dash Beierly, who are committed to Oregon and Washington, respectively.
—Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Now, Walgreens not only relies on pharmacy but also retail sales, and the factors above imply a lower footfall, which will impact its retail sales as well.
—Trefis Team, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Their service model relies upon GOVX ID verification technology to ensure exclusive access to discounts for qualified individuals.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
The Secret Service often relies on local law enforcement to secure large events.
—Rebecca Santana, Los Angeles Times, 10 Dec. 2024
While the Danish island relies largely on the cruise industry to bring in tourists, officials say the new airport will pave the way for people to reach Greenland from the skies.
—Justin Klawans, theweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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