rely on

Meanings

• verb

  Depend on or trust (someone or something) for support, help, or success.

• verb

  Rely on someone or something to do something correctly or reliably.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with rely on
recline , decline , combine , shine , design

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Variants

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relied on/upon , relies on/upon , rely on , rely on/upon , rely upon , relying on/upon

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Forms

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relied, relying, will rely

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Etymology

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Originally meant 'lean upon' or 'rest on', from Old French reposer, from re- 'back' + poser 'to place'.

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Trivia

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1. The phrase 'rely on' is used approximately 1,200 times in published works.

2. The concept of relying on someone or something has been explored in various forms of literature, from ancient Greek texts to modern novels.

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Related Concepts

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1. Trust: The feeling of confidence in the reliability, ability, or truth of someone or something.

2. Dependency: The state of being reliant on something or someone for essential needs or support.

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Culture

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The concept of relying on someone or something is a fundamental aspect of human relationships and social structures. It is explored in various forms of literature, art, and music, often as a theme of trust, loyalty, and dependence.

How to Memorize "rely on"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the concept of relying on someone or something. Imagine trusting someone with an important task or leaning on a friend for support.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'rely' with words like 'trust', 'depend', and 'lean'. Visualize the meaning of these words and how they relate to 'rely on'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic device by associating the word 'rely' with the acronym 'Relying on Trusted Friends' or 'Rely: Rely on Someone'.

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