figure on
Britishverb
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to depend on (support or help)
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to take into consideration
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Depend on, count on, as in We figured on your support .
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Take into consideration, expect, as in We figured on his being late .
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Plan, as in We'll figure on leaving at noon . All three colloquial usages date from about 1900.
Example Sentences
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In Japan, he’s a beloved figure on par with any Disney character.
From Salon ● Jul. 15, 2026
The US has also levelled murder charges against Cuba's former president, Raúl Castro, who remains an influential figure on the island despite being 95 years old.
From BBC ● Jul. 8, 2026
You guys reference the film a lot on your podcast and Shrek has also been a figure on the awards show, including this year.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 11, 2026
Looking at Palantir’s chart, round number theory came into play at the $200 level with only two closes above that figure on Oct.
From Barron's ● May 7, 2026
As if in answer to her question, a figure on horseback crests the hill.
From "The Inquisitor's Tale" by Adam Gidwitz
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