relying on
phrasal verbUK /rɪˈlaɪɪŋ ɒn/
US /rɪˈlaɪɪŋ ɑːn/
Trusting someone or something to help you or do something for you.
She is relying on her big brother to walk her to school.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Needing something in order to live or work properly.
The plants are relying on the rain to grow.
3. Believing that something is true or will happen.
We are relying on the weather being sunny for the picnic.
4. Using something as your main source of help or money.
The family is relying on savings while Dad looks for a new job.