hinge on

Example Sentences

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“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 there were inexcusable losses along the way, losses that didn’t hinge on one player’s absence — and might’ve singlehandedly changed the conversation over USC’s season.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 8, 2026

Having your future hinge on a World Cup semi-final against India in Mumbai is the toughest of schools but this was a situation of McCullum's making.

From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026

She caught him staring at odd things—the hinge on the pantry cabinet, the medicine chest in the bathroom.

From "Habibi" by Naomi Shihab Nye