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Meaning of the word "depend upon" in English

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depend upon

US /dɪˈpend əˈpɑːn/

UK /dɪˈpend əˈpɒn/

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Phrasal Verb

to rely on someone or something

Example:

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You can always depend upon me for support.

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Our success will depend upon how well we work together.

Synonym:

rely on count on bank on lean on trust in

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dependent depend dependence dependency depend on upon dependent variable