赖以 (lài yǐ) — (formal) to rely on (as a basis or means for some outcome)
Definition
赖以 is a formal/written verb meaning 'to rely on' as the means or basis for achieving something — typically followed by 生存, 发展, etc., not everyday speech.
verb
(formal) to rely on (as a basis or means for some outcome)
Examples
- 赖以。Shuǐ shì shēng mìng lài yǐ shēng cún de zhòng yào zī yuán.Water is an important resource that life relies on for survival.
- 赖以。Zhè ge qǐ yè lài yǐ jì shù chuàng xīn lái bǎo chí jìng zhēng lì.This company relies on technological innovation to stay competitive.
- 赖以。Nóng yè lài yǐ wěn dìng de qì hòu tiáo jiàn cái néng fēng shōu.Agriculture depends on stable climate conditions to have a good harvest.
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