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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

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

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Switzerland is less reliant on oil-and-gas than the neighboring eurozone, given its higher reliance on Alpine hydroelectricity and nuclear energy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026

“If that is so, it is even more dishonorable for Skeeter to have taken advantage of her,” said Doge, “and no reliance can be placed on anything Bathilda may have said!”

From "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows" by J.K. Rowling




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