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hinges on

VERB

depend

Synonyms

STRONGEST

depend on rest on

WEAK

be at mercy of be based on be conditioned be connected with be determined by be in control of be in the power of be subject to be subordinate to bottom found ground hang hang in suspense hang on hang upon pend re rest

Example Sentences

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For now, though, it all hinges on what Verstappen chooses to do.

From BBC • Jun. 23, 2026

While much of the upgrade hinges on software, IBM’s quantum computing effort is an integral part of its business and future growth.

From Barron's • Jun. 23, 2026

Deterrence by denial hinges on providing Taiwan with the weapons and other equipment it needs to defend itself—and thus deter Chinese aggression.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

That could continue, but much also hinges on interest rates.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

Presently, I hear the leather hinges on the door of the root cellar squeak as Alice goes in.

From "On the Far Side of the Mountain" by Jean Craighead George