overdependence
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Companies worried about overdependence on American shale oil and gas resources are looking at deep water exploration opportunities.
From Barron's ● Dec. 19, 2025
The catastrophic shortage is a result not just of a surge in cases, but also of an overdependence on a single vaccine manufacturer, EuBiologics in Seoul, South Korea, whose production capacity is limited.
From Science Magazine ● Feb. 27, 2024
Both countries have similar problems - an overdependence of batting at the top as the middle order appears shaky, and a bunch of fine fast bowlers.
From BBC ● Aug. 31, 2023
But such overdependence on more-of-the-same was sure to run out of steam one day — and this year’s best performers are coming from some new places.
From Seattle Times ● Jul. 24, 2023
Present concerns include large-scale unemployment, overfishing, and overdependence on US aid.
From The 2003 CIA World Factbook by United States. Central Intelligence Agency
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