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hinges 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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Her affection hinges on David’s ability ot act like Martin, on how well he can fill that space that looks eerily like her biological son.

From Salon • Jun. 28, 2026

While much of the upgrade hinges on software, IBM’s quantum computing effort is an integral part of its business and future growth.

From Barron's • Jun. 23, 2026

Its fate now hinges on a last-ditch appeal to Los Angeles County education officials.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 16, 2026

Deterrence by denial hinges on providing Taiwan with the weapons and other equipment it needs to defend itself—and thus deter Chinese aggression.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

Crusty old alpinists who’ve survived a lifetime of close scrapes like to counsel young proteges that staying alive hinges on listening carefully to one’s “inner voice.”

From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer