| Idx | 2301 |
|---|---|
| Keyword | rely |
| Type of Sentence | ✗ |
| Error Sentence | I think it all relies on whether you like being on your own. |
| Correct Sentence | I think it all depends on whether you like being on your own. |
| Cloze Error Sentence | I think it all [[relies]] on whether you like being on your own. |
| Cloze Sentence | I think it all [[depends]] on whether you like being on your own. |
| Cloze Answer | depends |
| Choices | relies | depends |
| Explanation | When you mean that one thing is decided or shaped by another thing, use depend on (NOT rely on ): 'The cost of the trip depends on how long you go for and where you stay.' Compare: 'Since his wife died, he has had nobody that he could really depend/ rely on.' |
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