Synonyms of hinge

hinge

verb

as in to depend

to be determined by, based on, or subject (to)

the outcome of the game hinged on a single play

Synonyms & Similar Words

• depend
• turn
• base
• found
• hang
• rest
• ride
• establish
• stay
• ground

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of hinge

Defense attorney Nathaniel Barone urged jurors to keep their minds open about the case, which hinges not only on actions but on motivation. — ABC News, 22 July 2026

While the examples in this case hinged around hunters, hunting, and game law citations, the ruling has implications for all government officials and all rural properties in Pennsylvania. — Natalie Krebs, Outdoor Life, 22 July 2026

In practice, however, compliance hinged to a large degree on an honor system. — Andrew Ba Tran, Washington Post, 22 July 2026

Initiate the movement by hinging at the hips and pushing your butt back. — Jenessa Connor, Health, 21 July 2026