Pronunciation: /rɪˈlaɪ ɑn/
verb to depend on or trust in someone or something
A1 I rely on my alarm clock to wake me up in the morning.
A2 She relies on her friends for emotional support.
B1 Many businesses rely on social media for marketing.
B2 The success of the project relies on everyone doing their part.
C1 The company relies heavily on technology to streamline operations.
C2 As a leader, you must be able to rely on your team to deliver results.
preposition used to indicate the basis or foundation on which something is established or depends
A1 I rely on my alarm clock to wake me up in the morning.
A2 She relies on her friends for emotional support.
B1 Many businesses rely on social media for marketing their products.
B2 The success of the project relies on careful planning and execution.
C1 The company's reputation relies heavily on customer satisfaction.
C2 In times of crisis, we often rely on our instincts to make decisions.
formal In business, it is important to rely on accurate data for decision-making.
informal I always rely on my best friend for fashion advice.
slang I can always rely on my brother to have my back no matter what.
figurative When times get tough, you can rely on your inner strength to carry you through.
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