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dependence

[dih-pen-duhns] / dɪˈpɛn dəns /


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It will reduce Rivian’s dependence on the power grid during peak demand hours.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

The ChatGPT developer got its biggest backing from Amazon.com as it looks to lessen its dependence on Microsoft.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

Wilson acknowledged a greater risk to international markets, owing to their heavy dependence on imported energy.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

Defending this approach as "pragmatic", Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson told the BBC the UK needed to move away from its dependence on fossil fuels and invest more in home-grown energy.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

Cholly was kindness still, but began to resist her total dependence on him.

From "The Bluest Eye" by Toni Morrison




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