hinge on
idiom
: to be determined or decided by (something) : to depend on (something)
The outcome of the election hinges on how the candidates perform in the debate.
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The case is likely to hinge on DNA evidence from a knife sheath, under a victim’s fingernails and in bloodstains.
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Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 15 May 2025
Lobbying groups representing drugmakers have criticized the latest Executive Order, while experts say its impact will hinge on implementation details—many of which remain uncertain.
—Chantelle Lee, Time, 14 May 2025
Their fate as secret lovers and the outcome of the war hinge on what Ana and Luis will find.
—Chris Vognar, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2025
Ultimately, the future of Spanish cinema on the global stage will hinge on a mixture of smart production choices, sustained government support, and an industry-wide focus on films that can resonate both artistically and commercially.
—Jamie Lang, Variety, 14 May 2025
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Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 15 May 2025
Lobbying groups representing drugmakers have criticized the latest Executive Order, while experts say its impact will hinge on implementation details—many of which remain uncertain.
—Chantelle Lee, Time, 14 May 2025
Their fate as secret lovers and the outcome of the war hinge on what Ana and Luis will find.
—Chris Vognar, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2025
Ultimately, the future of Spanish cinema on the global stage will hinge on a mixture of smart production choices, sustained government support, and an industry-wide focus on films that can resonate both artistically and commercially.
—Jamie Lang, Variety, 14 May 2025
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“Hinge on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hinge%20on. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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