hinges

verb

present tense third-person singular of hinge
as in depends
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 hinges 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 Lasting change hinges less on what any coach does or says — publicly or privately. — Paul Tenorio, New York Times, 28 June 2026 Success hinges on rigorous analysis to discern temporary discomfort from permanent damage, requiring underlying value, a strong balance sheet, and a credible catalyst for change. — Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026 Eligibility hinges on income limits, sales price caps and credit score — and the right combination of programs depends on your specific situation. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 10 June 2026
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depends
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  • Visibility depends on factors like solar wind and the interplanetary magnetic field.
    — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Jagetz described tattooing as a profession that remains heavily male dominated, where apprentices are frequently expected to tolerate inappropriate behavior because obtaining a license often depends on the person training them.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 1 Aug. 2026
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