dependent

Example Sentences

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The proposal included plans to release 30 adult beavers, likely as 15 pairs, with any additional dependent kits in their family groups, which could take the total up to 50.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

It’s all gotten too ego-driven, too strangely dependent on the magic of personality, too vainglorious and, yes, grandiose.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

Much of the region is heavily dependent on oil and gas supplies that are normally shipped through the Strait of Hormuz, which is currently effectively blocked.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

The launch is ultimately dependent on the weather.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Now I thought about it, I realized that all my siblings, except Richard and Tyler, were economically dependent on my parents.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover