What does "Depend on" mean?

relies on

Synonym: hinges on, relies on Opposite: independent of, free from

"Depend on" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

Your life literally depends on...

— Coco

AND DEPENDS ON WHAT'S BEING POURED.

— Grey's Anatomy S2E2

Your life depends on it!

— Back to the Future

my life depends on you.

— Black Mirror S1E1

Depends on whether or not this is gonna be about Marie.

— Breaking Bad S2E1

Well, that depends on who breaks first... me or the titty.

— Brooklyn Nine-Nine S4E4

That depends on what we buy.

— Desperate Housewives S1E8

My job depends on it.

— Emily in Paris S1E4

"Depend on" in TV shows & movies

This word appears in 13 titles. Click to explore the full vocabulary list.

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