Example Sentences

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Relying solely on geographic diversification methods, in which portfolios seek to offset losses in one market in lieu of another, also belongs to a bygone era, according to Holzer.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

Relying on decades of medical consensus, physicians have used vaccines to eliminate measles in the U.S., as the country declared in 2000.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 11, 2026

Relying only on images to diagnose — and discounting other factors, like lab results or clinical symptoms — can take days or even weeks.

From Salon • Jul. 2, 2025

Relying on years of relationships fostered through high school recruiting, the Bruins have navigated the fast-paced transfer portal to make a super team no one seems to talk about.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2025

Relying on her feels too easy but so good.

From "Burning Blue" by Paul Griffin