hinge
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But bond portfolios also now hinge on tech borrowing, upping the stakes for all things AI to pay off, as planned.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 31, 2026
After studying the iPhone Duo’s internal workings, Mokhtari has a theory on why the screens might be breaking: a weak point in the hinge that could damage the “microscopically small” electronics beneath the screen.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 27, 2026
It also means that many criminal offenses hinge on attributing a wrongful act to the mental state of a human being.
From Slate ● Oct. 25, 2026
As part of that settlement, Meta agreed to make significant changes to Facebook and Instagram accounts used by teenagers, and portions of the settlement hinge on other major social media companies agreeing to similar changes.
From Barron's ● Oct. 21, 2026
But L.V. knew how much emotion and energy had been wrapped into Boobie’s senior year, how so much of Boobie’s life, as well as his own, seemed to hinge on it.
From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger
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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
This movie about consent and dementia — and ultimately, far much more — hinges on a questionable act that provokes a hasty emotional reaction.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 6, 2026
Netflix’s growth increasingly hinges on advertising, which depends heavily on how much people watch.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 2, 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
The weather was still hotter than hinges, with only a glint of goldenrod.
From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck
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“If the House majority hinged on Moskowitz’s election,” then he wouldn’t want him to lose.
From Slate ● Nov. 4, 2026
Her campaign launch video hinged on measles outbreaks and the harm of anti-vax sentiments at the highest levels of public health.
From Salon ● Nov. 4, 2026
Part of that settlement hinged on YouTube and TikTok making similar changes to their own products, such as limiting daily screentime.
From Barron's ● Oct. 28, 2026
But the journey from two teenagers "mucking about with plasticine" to an Oscar-winning animation powerhouse has often hinged on chance decisions, practical compromises and creative instinct.
From BBC ● Sep. 4, 2026
She glances up at him, unsure, and then opens its hinged lid.
From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen
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So if control of the Senate ends up hinging on Alaska, settle in for a long wait.
From Slate ● Nov. 3, 2026
Barclays economists think the latest rally has raised the bar for further yen appreciation, with the next big catalyst hinging on the BOJ delivering on perceived hawkish signals.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 7, 2026
And because it’s typically done in an upright posture, it’s accessible to those with back or joint pain, arthritis, osteoporosis and vertigo, as it doesn’t require hinging forward.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 18, 2026
Iran reportedly is hinging its participation in peace talks on an end to the fighting in Lebanon, according to the Wall Street Journal.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 8, 2026
The Chancellor leans over her, hinging rigidly at her waist like a stick bug.
From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera
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