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Definitions

hinge 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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But the outcome could hinge on a swift de-escalation of Mideast tensions, leading to a drop in crude-oil prices.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 24, 2026

The success of these domestic campuses will hinge on numerous factors.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

Global energy markets now hinge on a volatile new variable: battle damage assessments.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

He stressed that the system must provide a sense of justice and retribution to crime victims, although he said that does not necessarily hinge on lengthy prison sentences.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 8, 2026

So many things hinge on that, but I don’t want to freak you out with any more information than I have to.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.