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Depend On (Verb)

Be contingent on; "The outcomes rides on the results of the election"; "Your grade will depends on your homework".

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

The success of the event depends on the number of people attending it and the catering service we choose.
The weather forecast for tomorrow's picnic will depend on the pressure system moving in from the west.
The company's future depends on its ability to innovate and adapt to changing market conditions.
Whether you get the job or not depends on how well you perform in the second interview.
The quality of the crop depends on the amount of rainfall and the type of fertilizer used.

Be dependent on, as for support or maintenance; "elderly parents often depend on their adult children".

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

The small town depend on fishing as its primary source of income and employment.
Many people in rural areas depend on wells for their water supply.
Herbivores depend on specific plants for their basic nutritional requirements.
The company's profits depend on foreign exports to countries in Asia.
The entire ecosystem in the Arctic region depend on polar bears to maintain the balance of nature.

Put trust in with confidence; "she is someone you can really rely on when times get rough"; "you can rely on his discretion".

Verbs of being, having, spatial relations.

You can depend on her to get the job done on time.
He's a responsible colleague you can depend on to meet deadlines.
If you need any help moving, you can depend on me and my truck.
In difficult times, she's someone you can depend on for emotional support.
The travelers had to depend on their guide to navigate through the dense jungle.