hinges on
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Decisive increases can be more of a risk for smaller, countryside businesses whose survival often hinges on loyal patronage by regular clients.
From Barron's ● Nov. 8, 2026
Now, the success of these firms hinges on the fate of major AI developers and hyperscalers – even larger data centre operators which neocloud firms often count as key customers.
From BBC ● Nov. 1, 2026
Cleveland-Cliffs is ruling out selling Stelco until the business improves production and 175 laid-off workers return to their jobs, an effort Chief Executive Lourenco Goncalves said hinges on Canadians buying the company’s steel products.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026
It all hinges on whether you’re able to get those big bars at a big discount — and you may have missed the window.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 30, 2026
“Amelia,” Mrs. Caruthers creaked, her voice like the hinges on the attic door.
From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland
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