over-dependence
noun [ U ] (also overdependence) uk/ˌəʊ.və.dɪˈpen.dəns/ us/ˌoʊ.vɚ.dɪˈpen.dəns/ (also over-dependency, overdependency)
过度依赖
the fact of needing something or someone more than is necessary or helpful, especially in order to continue existing or operating
She has few mental or emotional resources against stress, and an over-dependence on others. 她几乎没有精神或情感资源来应对压力，并且过度依赖他人而无法改变。
There is no easy way to fix overdependence on unsustainable forms of energy.
The therapist must be careful not to encourage over-dependency.
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- His parents have created a culture of overdependence.
- They need to reduce their over-dependence on foreign contractors.
- They care about jobs, health care and energy overdependence.
- Students risk developing over-dependency on the teacher.
- One reason for the financial crisis was an overdependence on the banking system.