hinge on

Example Sentences

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De Haan said gas prices still hinge on the Strait of Hormuz.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 24, 2026

While state laws govern how marriages are unwound, resolutions for unmarried couples often hinge on a court’s interpretation of case law, with varying outcomes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

Gold’s near-term moves hinge on incoming U.S. data, Fed signals and geopolitical developments, he notes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 6, 2026

The next move will likely hinge on how well they continue to execute against an evolving market backdrop.

From Barron's • Mar. 25, 2026

“I better put a new hinge on tomorrow,” Bloom said.

From "The Milagro Beanfield War" by John Nichols