hinge on

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: 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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Switching financial advisors is a personal decision that could hinge on a range of factors, including your goals and expectations. — Kate Dore, Cfp®, Ea,kelli Grant, Cfp®, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2026 Exact instructions hinge on treatment depth, device settings, and how your skin heals. — Malana Vantyler, Miami Herald, 6 Oct. 2026 The next phase will hinge on whether collective bargaining and changes to the commercial relationships between brands and suppliers can move wages where voluntary factory-level programs have struggled to do so. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 5 Oct. 2026 Seattle's path could ultimately hinge on the outcome of the NFC West. — Bobby Burack Outkick, FOXNews.com, 5 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for hinge on

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“Hinge on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hinge%20on. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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