Depend (Verb)
Meaning 1
Be contingent upon (something that is elided); "That depends".
Classification
Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.
Examples
- I'll help her, that depends.
- Whether or not we have a party, that depends.
- It's possible we can make it, that depends.
- The outcome of this operation that depends.
- It'll be worth the trip, that depends.
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Meaning 2
Have faith or confidence in; "you can count on me to help you any time"; "Look to your friends for support"; "You can bet on that!"; "Depend on your family in times of crisis".
Classification
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
Examples
- Her success in the project depends on the quality of the team she assembles to help her.
- In case of an emergency, you can depend on the neighbors to provide assistance.
- It's not wise to depend on a single source of income during times of economic uncertainty.
- She knows she can depend on her husband to support her through the difficult time.
- The villagers depend on the local farmers for most of their food supply.