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as in relying
to place reliance or trust
I know I can always depend on you for help when I really need it
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Recent Examples of depending
Friday starts out warm and dry, possibly some early sunshine, and a chance to hit 60, depending on when showers arrive.
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Bill Kelly, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Who else can pull off sequins and spandex or a Dodgers jersey with a bandana, depending on the day?
—Marcus Thompson Ii, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
Made from organic cotton and complete with an elastic waistband, these trendy barrel pants are easily dressed up or down depending on the occasion.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2026
Oil demand may sink over time, depending on factors like sales of electric vehicles and whether China — one of the biggest global sources of energy demand — transitions to renewables.
—Camila Domonoske, NPR, 7 Jan. 2026
Let the product sit for 15-30 minutes, depending on the level of grime.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 7 Jan. 2026
Likewise, studies on shapes have been shown to bring about both joy and bias, depending on the emotions that stem from early developments in childhood.
—Daniel Fusch, Ascend Agency, 11 Nov. 2025
Prices vary depending on location.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 11 Nov. 2025
Lin and her fellow researchers create adaptability in the garments by using velcro or metal snaps in place of standard stitching techniques; that in mind, a designer can use those snaps to detach or reattach pieces of the garment depending on the need.
—Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 11 Nov. 2025
Bill Kelly, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026
Who else can pull off sequins and spandex or a Dodgers jersey with a bandana, depending on the day?
—Marcus Thompson Ii, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
Made from organic cotton and complete with an elastic waistband, these trendy barrel pants are easily dressed up or down depending on the occasion.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 7 Jan. 2026
Oil demand may sink over time, depending on factors like sales of electric vehicles and whether China — one of the biggest global sources of energy demand — transitions to renewables.
—Camila Domonoske, NPR, 7 Jan. 2026
Let the product sit for 15-30 minutes, depending on the level of grime.
—Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 7 Jan. 2026
Likewise, studies on shapes have been shown to bring about both joy and bias, depending on the emotions that stem from early developments in childhood.
—Daniel Fusch, Ascend Agency, 11 Nov. 2025
Prices vary depending on location.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 11 Nov. 2025
Lin and her fellow researchers create adaptability in the garments by using velcro or metal snaps in place of standard stitching techniques; that in mind, a designer can use those snaps to detach or reattach pieces of the garment depending on the need.
—Meghan Hall, Sourcing Journal, 11 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for depending
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When Washington comes asking for basing rights, expect polite refusals.—
Bobby Ghosh,
Time,
11 Jan. 2026
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The league is basing its figures on paying 216 players over 18 teams, accounting for three new expansion teams by 2030.—
Alex Sherman,Contessa Brewer,
CNBC,
9 Jan. 2026
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But those funds have since run out, and pantries are once again relying on community support to meet what has become a steady demand.—
Karen Morfitt,
CBS News,
10 Jan. 2026
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Users can also upload personal artwork or photos through a simple mobile website, without installing apps or relying on cloud services.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Jan. 2026
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Weekly mopping might help to prevent food, dirt, and debris from turning into mold, which could damage your grout.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
11 Jan. 2026
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But the momentum in the NFL’s longest-running rivalry seems to be turning, with the Bears beating the Packers for the third time in the past five games.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Jan. 2026
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Hagan said during a recent webinar for a large state restaurant association, many proprietors were surprised to learn they weren’t supposed to be counting service fees as tips.—
Cheryl Winokur Munk,
CNBC,
8 Nov. 2025
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At the heart of the system is advanced AI that goes far beyond simply counting reps or tracking time.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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Passengers riding the San Francisco Bay Ferry this month are getting more than the usual sweeping views of the bay, as live music is now part of the experience through a new onboard entertainment program.—
Loureen Ayyoub,
CBS News,
10 Jan. 2026
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The group stops to talk to one who took a fall while riding his bike in his neighborhood.—
Raven Brunner,
PEOPLE,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Depending.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/depending. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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