be dependent
Example Sentences
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“The global market will be dependent on trade barriers.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
Yes, we will be dependent on foreign expertise and investment.
From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026
“Our incentive levels and home sales gross margin for the remainder of the year will be dependent on the strength of demand, changes in mortgage interest rates, and other market conditions,” Jessica Hansen, D.R.
From Barron's • Jan. 20, 2026
And it should not be dependent on the personnel of the court.
From Slate • Dec. 17, 2025
“If I did that, I’d be dependent on you. I need to figure out where my life is going. I need something that is mine. Otherwise...”
From "Starfish" by Akemi Dawn Bowman
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