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Recent Examples of hinged
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.
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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
Uber on trial in Charlotte’s federal court Uber hinged its defense on Mensing’s reliabilty.
—Julia Coin, Charlotte Observer, 20 Apr. 2026
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
Uber on trial in Charlotte’s federal court Uber hinged its defense on Mensing’s reliabilty.
—Julia Coin, Charlotte Observer, 20 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hinged
depended
Verb
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In the 1970s, the world depended heavily on Middle Eastern oil.—
Ariel Cohen,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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For nearly 80 years, modern computing has depended on electrons rushing through circuits.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
16 May 2026
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“Hinged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hinged. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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