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Meanings of
hinge
in English
Portuguese
bisagra
Catalan
xarnera
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A joint that holds two parts together so that one can swing relative to the other.
flexible joint
Portuguese
bisagra
Usage of
hinge
in English
1
We thought our whole world might
hinge
on every question, every answer.
2
However, it lacks the
hinge
region and hemopexin-domain present in most MMPs.
3
Best adapted screenplay and best supporting actress are certainly two
hinge
awards.
4
The blow broke the
hinge
of the lid and exposed the contents.
5
It's also possible to
hinge
the crack sidewalls to allow adjustable angles.
6
The final
hinge
gave way to the weight of the steel slab.
7
Upon the crucial year ahead
hinge
the fortunes of this historic crusade.
8
The government knows its legitimacy and longevity
hinge
on raising living standards.
9
The final outcome there could
hinge
on concessions the two companies make.
10
Take the ordinary pad and work the
hinge
until it opens freely.
11
It was one moment of irresolute delay; on that
hinge
hung Eternity.
12
That choice could
hinge
on the outcome of this year's congressional elections.
13
To be sure, the deal does not
hinge
on issuing shares alone.
14
Is there no circumstance on which this whole case appears to
hinge
?
15
The
hinge
between the EU and the English-speaking powers has been snapped.
16
The receptivity of the IPO market will
hinge
on such volatility subsiding.
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hinge
Noun
Singular
Verb
Indicative · Present
Frequent collocations
hinge on
single hinge
rusty hinge
lower hinge
upper hinge
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Translations for
hinge
Portuguese
bisagra
gonzo
charneira
dobradiça
Catalan
xarnera
frontissa
Hinge
through the time
Hinge
across language varieties
South Africa
Common
United States of America
Common
Ireland
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