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As one of many nations on the continent reliant on energy imports, Kenya is trying to avoid fuel shortages.
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Preeti Jha, semafor.com, 22 Apr. 2026
Over the last 30 years, the Amber Alert has evolved from a system reliant on broadcasters and billboards to one capable of reaching you in the palm of your hand.
—Andrea Lucia, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
United and the rest of the industry have become more reliant on travelers who are willing to shell out more for flights and bigger seats, and who are less affected by price increases.
—Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 21 Apr. 2026
China is heavily reliant on Iranian oil imports.
—Npr Staff, NPR, 20 Apr. 2026
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Preeti Jha, semafor.com, 22 Apr. 2026
Over the last 30 years, the Amber Alert has evolved from a system reliant on broadcasters and billboards to one capable of reaching you in the palm of your hand.
—Andrea Lucia, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
United and the rest of the industry have become more reliant on travelers who are willing to shell out more for flights and bigger seats, and who are less affected by price increases.
—Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 21 Apr. 2026
China is heavily reliant on Iranian oil imports.
—Npr Staff, NPR, 20 Apr. 2026
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“Reliant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/reliant. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.
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reliant
adjective
re·li·ant
ri-ˈlī-ənt 
: having reliance on something or someone : trusting
reliant on the family for news
reliantly
adverb
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