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hinge

verb

Definition of 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 Each tree comes with sections that click together and hinged branches brimming with over 1,510 classic needles that fall into place. — Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 July 2026 Nearly penniless in Missouri during the height of the Depression, both women’s financial futures hinged entirely on the book’s success. — Rosemary Counter, Vanity Fair, 6 July 2026 The best finds have a lid or hinged top to keep food and other picnic essentials covered during transit, but open wicker baskets can be just as useful. — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 1 July 2026 So many interesting character choices were in play during that battle, and so many different consequences hinged upon its outcome. — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for hinge

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depend

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Some depend on Iran more than others, Ahmadi said, adding that currently Yemen’s Houthi rebels are likely the most independent.

— Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
At a cost of approximately $8,600 to $23,100 per person (depending on the package), the 2026 edition covers Milan to Barcelona from September 3 through 6 while taking the rally to new heights.

— Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 2 Aug. 2026

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