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

From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026

The Kowalczyk controversy hinges on a distinctly Golden State problem: the meaning of “affordability.”

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

Tesla’s future hinges on AI applications like FSD, robo-taxis, and humanoid robots, with Optimus Gen 3 expected this year.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

The general feeling is that this season's title race hinges on Arsenal's trip to relegation-threatened West Ham on Sunday.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

“Amelia,” Mrs. Caruthers creaked, her voice like the hinges on the attic door.

From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland