What does the cryptic crossword clue "Dependency mostly on a friend in the City (3,5)" mean?

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Dependency mostly on a friend in the City (3,5)

Times Cryptic #28817 | 13 Across | 2024-01-19

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HABIT (dependency) without the last letter (mostly) next to (on) A BUD (friend)

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