hinge

as in to depend
to be determined by, based on, or subject (to) the outcome of the game hinged on a single play

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Recent Examples of hinge Clasp the underside of your thighs with both hands, hinge back, and lift your feet until your lower legs are parallel to the floor. Health Editorial Team, Health, 28 Aug. 2025 With your core engaged, hinge forward slightly, keeping a slight bend in your knees. Jenny McCoy, SELF, 25 Aug. 2025 Kay Jewelers Sterling Silver Oval Tube Hoop Earrings Classic hoop earrings are my everyday jewelry staple, and this sterling silver pair has hinged backs for a more secure wear. Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 22 Aug. 2025 Keeping your chest up, hinge forward at your hips as if sitting back in a chair. Aubrey Bailey, Verywell Health, 19 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for hinge
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depend
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  • The severity, healing and availability of Purdy’s toe will depend heavily on which toe is injured and what specific part of the toe got injured.
    Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025
  • Prices range from $39,625 to $57,205 depending on model.
    Mark Phelan, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025

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“Hinge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hinge. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.

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