hinges on
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Extreme fraternity and sorority pledging often hinges on a harsh power dynamic: Aspiring members must complete whatever tasks the recruitment leaders assign them—and are punished if they refuse.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 28, 2026
While the circumstances are very different, Norris' supporters also argue that his case hinges on disputed interpretations of medical evidence.
From BBC ● Sep. 25, 2026
Higher bond yields would make it more expensive for a historic build-out that hinges on debt.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 8, 2026
The Times' lawsuit partly hinges on the limited "fair use" exception, which permits copyrighted work to be used without the rights holders' consent.
From Barron's ● Sep. 3, 2026
The universe’s fate hinges on how well our space-time balloon is expanding.
From "Zero: The Biography of a Dangerous Idea" by Charles Seife
