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hinged

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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We are a long way from those midcentury stories, like “Citizen Kane,” whose decisive moments hinged on adultery.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

But on Wednesday, he seemed to walk back that stance, and said a key part of the ongoing negotiations hinged on Iran ending the de facto blockade on the strait.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

However, the market’s more attractive valuations lately have hinged on Wall Street’s unwillingness to dial back earnings expectations.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

To him, this one hinged on the moment 11 minutes into the second half when Palace goalscorer Lacroix made a grab for Matheus Cunha.

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026

His lips fell apart and his jaw hinged open.

From "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children" by Ransom Riggs