hinges on

VERB

depend

Synonyms

STRONGEST

depend on rest on

WEAK

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

Example Sentences

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In such high-stakes diplomatic agreements, success or failure usually hinges on the details.

From BBC • Jun. 15, 2026

“The whole industry hinges on SpaceX’s ability to execute on Starship,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

Deterrence by denial hinges on providing Taiwan with the weapons and other equipment it needs to defend itself—and thus deter Chinese aggression.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

That could continue, but much also hinges on interest rates.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

I was weighing my options when the hinges on the door rotated.

From "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys