hinge upon

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Verb : - To be contingent on; to depend completely on a particular factor, condition, or event for a specific outcome or decision. It implies that one thing is critically determined by another. Usage The verb "hinge upon" is used to describe a situation where the success, truth, or existence of something is entirely dependent on another element. It is a formal and strong way to expre...