relying

Example Sentences

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The central bank noted China’s 5.0% first-quarter economic growth was uneven, relying more on exports than domestic demand.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

They allege the second black out occurred because the crew was relying on a flushing pump to supply fuel to two of the ship's generators.

From BBC • May 12, 2026

China is the world’s largest soybean importer, relying heavily on imports to feed its massive hog and poultry industries.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

Despite the world’s second-largest economy posting 5.0% growth in the first quarter, the expansion was uneven, relying more on exports than on domestic demand.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

We are to stand, facing away from our classmates, and fall backward, relying on another student to catch us.

From "Tuesdays with Morrie" by Mitch Albom