count on something

Related to word: count

Phrasal Verb

Definition

  1. B2Verb + -ing

    to anticipate an event and make arrangements based on its occurrence

    • I am counting on reaching an agreement at this meeting, so I have made all the necessary arrangements.

    • She has been saying she would come to the party, and I really count on her showing up as promised.

    • They are counting on the sponsorship to complete the project, so they hope to secure the funding without any issues.