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adj. - Dependent on someone or something.

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  • It is completely reliant upon the generosity of donors.
  • Explain that being self reliant is wonderful, but it does not mean you have to do everything alone.
  • Your right, If making the public less responsible and self reliant is your goal than it surely will.
  • ElBruce says: drhunt1 says: but empowering people to be self-sufficient and self-reliant is THE best form od “advocacy for minorities”.
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