Depend upon

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verb

To rely on something or someone for support or help.

Success in this project will depend upon everyone's cooperation.
Visual representation of "depend upon" - To rely on something or someone for support or help.

Often appears as...

  • depend upon someone's cooperation
  • depend upon the weather
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Support Context

Used when someone or something provides stability or aid in achieving a goal.

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Our success will depend upon your assistance.
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Team Reliance

Highlights the importance of collaboration and teamwork.

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Winning the championship will depend upon our playing as a team.
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Conditional Priorities

Used to express that priorities can shift based on other people's actions.

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My attendance at the meeting will depend upon my boss's approval.
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