dependence
Example Sentences
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Despite moves from the United States intended to lessen its dependence on Chinese manufacturing, the two countries remain deeply entwined economically.
From Barron's
He is against data dependence but also against abstract goals.
But all are wary of swapping out one form of dependence for another—possibly worse—version.
"They would further entrench our dependence on international card schemes and increase our exposure to non-European big tech payment solutions," he said.
From Barron's
Pandora said it aims to expand the range of precious metals used in its jewelry portfolio as part of the strategy of its newly installed Chief Executive Berta de Pablos-Barbier to reduce dependence on silver.
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