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overdependence

British  
/ ˌəʊvədɪˈpɛndəns /

noun

  1. the state or fact of being too dependent, esp for help or support

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It is the EU's vulnerability to the consequences of wars and other shocks that has pushed Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen to make diversifying trading partners a priority, to cut overdependence on the United States and China.

From Barron's

Many governments across Latin America are trying to maintain a balancing act, avoiding overdependence on any single partner.

From BBC

Companies worried about overdependence on American shale oil and gas resources are looking at deep water exploration opportunities.

From Barron's

"This serves as a wake-up call for the region, not only to reduce reliance on the US, but also to re-balance overdependence on any single trade and export partner."

From BBC

He worries about overdependence on automated and electronic systems.

From Seattle Times