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dependence
/dɪˈpɛndəns/
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What does dependence mean?
noun
- The state of being dependent, of relying upon another.
- An irresistible physical or psychological need, especially for a chemical substance.
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IPA pronunciation
/dɪˈpɛndəns/
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Malaysia's high export dependence leaves it vulnerable to a recession in the OECD countries or a fall in world commodity prices.
Doubtless in the manner of their formation, and in a due dependence of those who are to administer them upon the people.
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With a yet sweeter smile, he said everything that need be said of his sister’s concern, regret, and dependence on Catherine’s honour.
Confusedly, the young man in the library had made her feel for the first time what might be the sweetness of dependence.
“I cannot conscientiously advise you to do it in dependence on any activity of mine. I may be obliged to leave the town.”