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hinge on
to depend entirely on
In more detail
1. (verb) to depend on something; to be determined by something
2. (verb) to turn or swing on a hinge (literal, physical sense)
Examples
- 1. The success of the project hinges on finding enough funding.
- 2. The door hinges on metal brackets attached to the frame.
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