dependence
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.
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Takaichi has made reducing Japan's dependence on China in critical sectors like rare minerals and pharmaceuticals a priority.
From BBC
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
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.