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Phrasal Verb: Hinge on

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Hinge on - Depend very much or completely
Example:
Everything HINGES ON the results of the negotiations; if they go badly, we'll be in real trouble.
Notes:
- Inseparable
- International English
Hinge on - Be an essential point for the development of a story
Example:
The film HINGES ON his not being recognised when he's in disguise.
Notes:
- Inseparable
- International English
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Other Phrasal Verbs

We have 2 phrasal verbs with 'HINGE'

- Hinge on
- Hinge upon

 
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