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The Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48
Rely \Re*ly"\ (r?-l?"), v. i. [imp. & p. p. {Relied} (-l?d"); p.
pr. & vb. n. {Relying}.] [Pref. re- + lie to rest.]
To rest with confidence, as when fully satisfied of the
veracity, integrity, or ability of persons, or of the
certainty of facts or of evidence; to have confidence; to
trust; to depend; -- with on, formerly also with in.
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Go in thy native innocence; rely
On what thou hast of virtue. --Milton.
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On some fond breast the parting soul relies. --Gray.
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Syn: To trust; depend; confide; repose.
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