grow dependent

Frequency: 6.57.2 per million words

Suggests a gradual process of becoming more dependent.

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Examples (10)

  • As people get older, they may grow dependent on others for care.
  • The local economy has grown dependent on the tourism industry.
  • Be careful not to grow dependent on sleeping pills to get a good night's rest.
  • The country grew dependent on foreign aid after the long civil war.
  • She was afraid she would grow dependent on her partner for emotional validation.
  • Without a clear strategy, the startup grew dependent on a single large client.
  • It is a risk for any nation to grow dependent on importing most of its food.
  • He gradually grew dependent on his assistant to manage his daily schedule.
  • If you only use a calculator, you might grow dependent on it for simple math.
  • The committee warned against growing dependent on technology without understanding its risks.