relied on

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Elsewhere in the UK, the removal of artificial flowers in graveyards has caused some upset, with families arguing that they relied on the faux blooms if they were unable to visit a relative's grave regularly.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

For years, USC relied on brand equity and tradition while its athletic department was sacked by controversy and a succession of questionable hires that included former Trojan football All-Americans.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

This response has relied on expert CDC staff stationed locally to provide proven tools for stopping Ebola outbreaks, including testing, contact tracing, and technical and epidemiological support.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026

His approach relied on tensors, mathematical objects commonly used to describe quantities such as stress and deformation.

From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2026

But we had been so sure he would be here, we had relied on it, it had never struck us that he would leave without telling us.

From "Nectar in a Sieve" by Kamala Markandaya