hinge

[hinj] / hɪndʒ /

NOUN

pivot, turning point

Synonyms

STRONG

articulation axis butt elbow hook joint juncture knee link pin spring swivel

WEAK

ball-and-socket

VERB

be contingent on

Synonyms

STRONGEST

depend revolve around

STRONG

hang pivot rest turn

WEAK

be subject to be undecided pend stand on turn on

Example Sentences

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“What’s the worst, most vile thing a filmmaker could conjure up to hinge an entire movie on?”

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

However, the upgrade doesn’t hinge on Arm’s claim that its chip will be more performant.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 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

Global energy markets now hinge on a volatile new variable: battle damage assessments.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

Bigwig got his teeth to the hinge and pulled.

From "Watership Down: A Novel" by Richard Adams