hinged

Definition of hingednext
past tense of hinge
as in depended
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 hinged The wily old veteran still has the athleticism needed when plays break down, but his success has hinged more on his reads. Jesse Granger, New York Times, 23 May 2026 The traditional conservative notion of federalism reflected skepticism of concentrated power and hinged on the idea that leaders closest to their communities were better positioned to understand local needs and values. The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026 Cannon argued that the court’s decision ultimately hinged on how late lawmakers acted. Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 8 May 2026 But this estimate hinged on the fact that all those shipments had been handled by a small group of prolific importers — companies that quickly got ready to file their claims. Alina Selyukh, NPR, 3 May 2026 However, Broadnax’s attorneys hinged their final bid to save his life on Cummings recently admitting to being the one who pulled the trigger, while adding that their client’s rights had been violated during his trial after several potential jurors were eliminated on the basis of race. Julia Bonavita, FOXNews.com, 1 May 2026 Large floor-to-ceiling windows and hinged glass doors bathe the room in natural light and provide occupants with views and access to the surrounding land. James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 26 Apr. 2026 The series’ future has long hinged on its star and executive producer Mariska Hargitay‘s desire to carry on as Detective Olivia Benson, a TV character so iconic that Taylor Swift named her cat after her. Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 22 Apr. 2026 In turn, effective fundraising hinged on deepening alumni loyalty. Encyclopedia Britannica, 22 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hinged
depended
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  • Eric Wold, an analyst with Texas Capital Securities, in a May 21 investors note argued a beneficial takeover deal for Imax depended on the buyer and the integration to follow.
    Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 22 May 2026
  • The fallout matters because American power has historically depended not only on military strength or economic leverage, but on the cohesion of the Western alliance and European support of Washington’s foreign policy.
    Wesley Alexander Hill, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026

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“Hinged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hinged. Accessed 30 May. 2026.

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