relying

3 definitions • 7 examples

to need a particular thing or the help and support of someone or something in order to continue, to work correctly, or to succeed:

[ + -ing verb ] The success of this project relies on everyone making an effort.

I rely on you for good advice.

[ + to infinitive ] I'm relying on the garage to fix the car by tomorrow.

to trust someone or something or to expect him, her, or it to behave in a particular way:

British weather can never be relied on - it's always changing.

[ + -ing verb ] Don't rely on finding me here when you get back (= I might have gone).

to depend on or trust someone or something:

You can’t rely on good weather for the whole trip.

The system relies too heavily on one person.