1. plural of overreliance; excessive or too great dependence on someone or something
Usage: typically used in the plural or as a mass noun; often appears in academic, business, and policy contexts

Examples

• The company's overreliances on a single supplier created serious supply chain risks.
• Experts warn against overreliances on fossil fuels in energy policy.
• Students' overreliances on calculators can weaken their mental math skills.
• The report identified overreliances on outdated technology across the organization.
• Overreliances on social media for news can limit exposure to diverse perspectives.
• The government reduced its overreliances on imported goods by investing in domestic production.