rely
verb (used without object)
to depend confidently; put trust in (usually followed by on orupon ).
relied
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past participleof rely.past participle
A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.
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past tense formof rely.past tense
Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.
relyverb (used without object)to depend confidently; put trust in (usually followed by on orupon ).
Example Sentences
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Since Tesla unveiled its first ride-hailing operation last year, the company has relied on Model Y electric vehicles to carry out trips.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 21, 2026
And yes, Swain told me, many predictive data sources that relied on physics-based modeling now utilize a “blend” of physics-based and machine learning/artificial intelligence methods.
From Slate ● Aug. 21, 2026
The move will also have rattled the likes of Taiwan and Japan, which have long relied on US security guarantees in the region.
From BBC ● Aug. 20, 2026
However, the great regional sports network deals relied on cable and satellite subscribers paying for every channel in a bundle, most of which viewers never watched.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 20, 2026
But they relied on sight alone—all their other senses being so weak—so if they did not see him when they returned, they might leave again.
From "Pax" by Sara Pennypacker
