depend

US /dɪˈpend/

UK /dɪˈpend/

1.

be controlled or determined by or subject to

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The success of the project will depend on everyone's cooperation.

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Whether we go to the park or not will depend on the weather.

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hinge on rely on be contingent on be subject to be determined by

2.

rely on someone or something for support

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You can always depend on me for help.

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Many elderly people depend on their children for financial support.

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rely count lean trust bank

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dependent dependence dependency depend on dependent variable dependent clause depend upon