- present participle of rely.
relying
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Relying almost entirely on one natural resource that will not last for ever has long been seen as an obstacle to the development of a much more well-rounded and resilient economy.
From BBC • May 25, 2026
Relying solely on geographic diversification methods, in which portfolios seek to offset losses in one market in lieu of another, also belongs to a bygone era, according to Holzer.
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
Relying on yuan appreciation to narrow the trade surplus may be a suboptimal strategy for Beijing, economists say.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 7, 2026
Relying only on images to diagnose — and discounting other factors, like lab results or clinical symptoms — can take days or even weeks.
From Salon • Jul. 2, 2025
Relying on her feels too easy but so good.
From "Burning Blue" by Paul Griffin
