: the state of needing someone or something for help, support, etc.
—usually + on or upon
The region's reliance on tourism has only grown in recent years.
Some farmers are taking steps to reduce their reliance on pesticides.
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“Reliance.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/reliance. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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