clear dependence
[klɪr dɪˈpɛndəns]
noun phrasepl: clear dependences
dependência clara
1. An obvious or evident reliance on someone or something; a transparent state of being dependent
There is a clear dependence on fossil fuels in the current energy system.
Há uma dependência clara de combustíveis fósseis no sistema energético atual.
2. In psychology or sociology, an unmistakable pattern of reliance or addiction
The study revealed a clear dependence on social media among teenagers.
O estudo revelou uma dependência clara das redes sociais entre adolescentes.
3. In logic and mathematics, an explicit functional or causal relationship
There is a clear dependence between the input variables and the output.
Há uma dependência clara entre as variáveis de entrada e a saída.
This phrase is commonly used in academic, scientific, and policy discussions in both Brazil and the United States when discussing social issues like addiction, energy policy, or economic relationships. The emphasis on 'clear' reflects a need for precise identification of dependency relationships in professional contexts.
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