hinge on
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Also seen as: hinge upon
Meaning · English
To depend on; to be contingent upon.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
The success of this plan hinges upon his approval.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “hinge on” mean?
To depend on; to be contingent upon.
Is “hinge on” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.