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reliance

[ri-lahy-uhns] / rɪˈlaɪ əns /


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But despite North Korea's reliance on China and its position as a junior partner in the alliance, this week Kim appeared to get his way on at least one key issue.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Nvidia certified Micron, SK Hynix, and Samsung as HBM4 suppliers, indicating continued reliance on multiple vendors.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

“The goal is to minimize congestion, reduce reliance on private vehicles, and ensure the fan experience is positive and memorable – defined by the action on pitch, not delays on the roads.”

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2026

The result is a smaller and lighter motor, without the reliance on rare-earth magnets from China.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Sometimes a reliance on averages can have more serious consequences than misshapen cubes.

From "Innumeracy: Mathematical Illiteracy and Its Consequences" by John Allen Paulos




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