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reliance

[ri-lahy-uhns] / rɪˈlaɪ əns /


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Meanwhile, its gas sales segment profit is likely to remain robust, as it expands storage capacity for gas and can reduce its reliance on expensive spot purchases, he adds.

From The Wall Street Journal

The pair felt not enough was being done to address the rail industry’s reliance on diesel.

From The Wall Street Journal

Ramping up reliance on imports will be seen as risky, which isn’t a good sign for LNG demand.

From The Wall Street Journal

In the U.S., the West Coast is more exposed due to its reliance on imported crude and limited connectivity to the rest of the country’s fuel system.

From Barron's

Even though Egypt has no involvement in the war, its reliance on imported fuel has made it vulnerable to supply shocks.

From BBC