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hinges on

VERB

depend

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depend on rest on

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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

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hinges on

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

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

Analyst Tom Wallington notes the transaction hinges on regulatory approvals and a final investment decision.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 8, 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

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