hinge on

Example Sentences

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Whether the rally continues through the holiday-shortened week may hinge on President Donald Trump’s speech, scheduled for 9 p.m.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

“Gold’s trajectory will hinge on the geopolitical developments in the Middle East,” the financial markets strategist adds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

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

But their title hopes hinge on them beating Scotland and relying on out-of-form England beating France in Paris.

From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026

All our other ideas hinge on this cut working.

From "The Martian" by Andy Weir