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count on

VERB
rely
Synonyms
STRONGEST
bank on believe believe in bet on depend on lean on trust
WEAK
aim for bargain for count upon expect from heed plan on reckon on rest on score stake on swear by tab
Antonyms
STRONGEST
disbelieve distrust
WEAK
doubt mistrust not expect

Example Sentences

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There are some ways to structure income into retirement accounts, annuities and life-insurance products that don’t count on federal financial-aid forms, and even more options for small-business owners, but all are advanced financial moves.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 28, 2026

“Even if we signed a deal, how could we count on it?”

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

They have more staying power than we do, they think, and Iran has more staying power than most, not least because it can count on proxies like Hezbollah.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

But the principle — lay the groundwork, then count on timing and good fortune — could apply here.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

“Mila, you know I count on you for help.”

From "Maybe He Just Likes You" by Barbara Dee