hinge
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Losing weight, whether through diet and exercise or taking a GLP-1 medication, reduces the pressure on spinal discs and vertebrae and the hinge of the knee.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 8, 2026
Those sales hinge on GEO Group’s ability to continue managing those facilities under long-term contracts, the company wrote.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 5, 2026
Under the opinions, tax liability doesn’t hinge on someone’s title or whether they are passive or active in the business.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026
"We have to rise above it. This is a hinge in history."
From Barron's ● Sep. 15, 2026
The heavy grate pivoted on a hinge and came up about three inches before stopping.
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
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Climaxing in a tense court case that hinges on what constitutes a slap, “Fjord” explores clashing cultures and mutual distrust, leaving us unsure how to feel.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 7, 2026
Ben Macintyre’s new book emphasizes how history sometimes hinges on quirky twists of fate.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 5, 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
Investor payouts, and the return of principal, ultimately hinges on how the underlying reference asset trades compared with predetermined levels.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 18, 2026
Chains rattle, keys clink, locks squeak, hinges complain.
From "Born Behind Bars" by Padma Venkatraman
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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
Lane’s alibi hinged on whether anyone had seen the sisters alive after his return to rehab.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 10, 2026
With a preliminary memorandum of understanding triggering a 60-day period for negotiations between the U.S. and Iran, the health of the global economy is no longer hinged on price swings, they added.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 26, 2026
After Mexico suffered a crushing 3-0 defeat to Sweden, their hopes of advancing hinged on South Korea’s team pulling off an unlikely victory over Germany.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 19, 2026
"You girls sure do take this detective work seriously," he commented as he walked with them to the large hinged gate.
From "Pony Problems: Nancy Drew and the Clue Crew, #3" by Carolyn Keene
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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
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
"Yet maintaining that dominance is perhaps more uncertain than ever, hinging on the right calls around pricing and developing the next generation of devices, particularly wearables and the anticipated foldable iPhone."
From Barron's ● Jan. 29, 2026
Never have the stakes been so high for Riley than they are this week, as No. 15 USC heads to No. 8 Oregon with its College Football Playoff hopes hinging on a huge road victory.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 21, 2025
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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