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hinge on

 

Definitions from WordNet

Verb hinge on has 1 sense
  1. depend on, devolve on, depend upon, ride, turn on, hinge on, hinge upon - be contingent on; "The outcomes rides on the results of the electin"; "Your grade will depends on your homework"
    Sample sentences:
    Something ----s somebody
    Something ----s something

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Hinge On

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense: To depend on or be contingent upon

Usage:

  1. The success of the project hinges on the cooperation of all team members.
  2. Our vacation plans hinge on getting the necessary time off from work.

Sense: To be crucial or central to

Usage:

  1. Education hinges on the ability to provide equal opportunities to all students.
  2. The outcome of the trial hinges on the credibility of the key witness.

Sense: To attach or affix using a hinge

Usage:

  1. The carpenter hinged on the door to the frame.
  2. She carefully hinges on the lid of the jewelry box to keep it closed.

Sense: To revolve or pivot on a hinge

Usage:

  1. The gate hinged on perfectly, allowing easy access to the garden.
  2. The cabinet door hinges on smoothly, thanks to the well-oiled hinges.

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