reliance

/rɪˈlaɪəns/
noun
  1. The state of depending on or trusting someone or something.
    • She placed too much reliance on luck instead of hard work.
    • His reliance on public transportation makes it hard for him to be late.
    • The country's reliance on oil exports has made its economy unstable.
  2. A person or thing that provides support or help.
    • He became the team's reliance in close games.
    • The old generator was the camp's only reliance for electricity.
    • Her older sister was her main reliance during tough times.
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