Bank on
verb
To rely on someone or something to do what you expect or want.
You can always bank on him to provide support when you need it.
Often appears as...
- bank on it
- bank on him/her
Usage tips
Idiomatic
verb
To depend on something happening in the future, especially in order to make plans.
They are banking on the new product being a success.
Often appears as...
- bank on success
- bank on the future
Usage tips
Idiomatic
verb
To rely on someone or something to do what you expect or want.
You can always bank on him to provide support when you need it.
Often appears as...
- bank on it
- bank on him/her
Usage tips
Idiomatic
verb
To depend on something happening in the future, especially in order to make plans.
They are banking on the new product being a success.
Often appears as...
- bank on success
- bank on the future
Usage tips
Idiomatic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Expectation Assurance
Use 'bank on' when you're absolutely sure about relying on someone or something.
I'm banking on my GPS to avoid any traffic.
Pro Tip 2/3Person Support
Often used to express confidence in a person's support or actions.
We can bank on our coach to make the right decision.
Pro Tip 3/3No Guarantee
Remember, 'bank on' expresses belief, not certainty. Unexpected outcomes can happen.
We're banking on good weather, but let's have a backup plan.
Pro Tip 1/3Expectation Assurance
Use 'bank on' when you're absolutely sure about relying on someone or something.
I'm banking on my GPS to avoid any traffic.
Pro Tip 2/3Person Support
Often used to express confidence in a person's support or actions.
We can bank on our coach to make the right decision.
Pro Tip 3/3No Guarantee
Remember, 'bank on' expresses belief, not certainty. Unexpected outcomes can happen.
We're banking on good weather, but let's have a backup plan.
Pro Tip 1/3Expectation Assurance
Use 'bank on' when you're absolutely sure about relying on someone or something.
I'm banking on my GPS to avoid any traffic.
Pro Tip 2/3Person Support
Often used to express confidence in a person's support or actions.
We can bank on our coach to make the right decision.
Pro Tip 3/3No Guarantee
Remember, 'bank on' expresses belief, not certainty. Unexpected outcomes can happen.
We're banking on good weather, but let's have a backup plan.
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