hinge on

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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 much will hinge on how the war in the Middle East unfolds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

The success of these domestic campuses will hinge on numerous factors.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

He stressed that the system must provide a sense of justice and retribution to crime victims, although he said that does not necessarily hinge on lengthy prison sentences.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 8, 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