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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

dependence

/dɪˈpɛndəns/ noun · British & US
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What does dependence mean?

noun

A state of being dependent on something or someone; a reliance on something for support or sustenance.

Example

"The country's dependence on foreign oil has led to economic instability."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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