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.

Examples of hinge on in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

After all, the distinction between NIL and impermissible pay-for-play was supposed to hinge on what the athletes were doing to earn the money. —Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 3 Aug. 2025

Yet the Gators’ push to take the next step after an 8-5 season likely will hinge on Lagway’s health. —Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 Aug. 2025

There are plenty of people around the game who believe the Padres playing into October could very well hinge on A.J. Preller finding a way to make their lineup (and their bench) deeper by Thursday’s deadline. —Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 July 2025

Once the second half begins, the outlook on most fringe teams will hinge on performance. —Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 11 July 2025

Rhymes for hinge on

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