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to rely on
[phrase form: rely]
01
to have faith in someone or something
Transitive: to rely on sb/sth
Ditransitive: to rely on sb/sth to do sth
Examples
Parents often rely on teachers to provide a quality education for their children.
02
to depend on someone or something for support and assistance
Transitive: to rely on sb/sth
Ditransitive: to rely on sb to do sth
Examples
The company relies on its dedicated employees to succeed.
