verb
- depending on someone or something for support, help, or supply
Usage: present participle of ‘rely’
Examples
- She is relying on her parents for financial support during college.
- The team is relying heavily on their star player to win the championship.
- We’re relying on good weather for the outdoor wedding.
- He’s been relying on public transportation since his car broke down.
- The company is relying on new technology to increase productivity.
- I’m relying on you to keep this information confidential.
- The farmers are relying on rain to water their crops.