depend
verb (used without object)
to rely; place trust (usually followed by on orupon ).
depending
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present participleof depend.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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This, of course, has its own nuances — a case-by-case basis depending on the severity of the artist’s wrongdoings — but being a functional adult means learning to measure your own integrity.
From Salon ● Sep. 5, 2026
But depending on the severity of the thoughts and their regularity, they may need help—which in the US, they might have a very hard time getting.
From Slate ● Sep. 5, 2026
I came here to pursue acting and writing full time, which sounded either inspirational or financially irresponsible depending on the day.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 4, 2026
"Subsea cable planning itself takes three-four years and then cable laying also takes up to two years depending upon cable length," says Sundararajan.
From BBC ● Sep. 3, 2026
It makes me think about how things can look different depending on where or even how you’re looking at them.
From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein
