reliant

Example Sentences

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Well, there’s an energy price spike domestically and a severe one for countries more reliant on oil passing through the Strait of Hormuz.

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

It was traditionally reliant on “seats,” as the software industry refers to the number of individuals covered by a customer’s license.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

Pakistan is heavily reliant on such oil and gas, and had earlier raised prices by 20 percent on March 6, about a week into the war.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 2026

Japan and South Korea have been hit particularly hard by the conflict as they are heavily reliant on energy from the Middle East.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

But we do know that the mixed aircrews quickly became reliant on each other and worked together loyally.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein