hinge on/upon something

Related to word: hinge

片語動詞

Definition

  1. When one thing relies on another, it means that the first is contingent upon or significantly swayed by the second.

    取决于;依赖

    • The success of the project hinges on securing funding.

      这个项目的成功取决于能否获得资金。

    • His decision hinges upon receiving approval.

      他的决定取决于是否获得批准。

    • Future collaboration hinges on the trust between both parties.

      未来的合作取决于双方之间的信任。

  2. If a narrative or scenario revolves around a concept or theme, it emerges from that notion or emphasizes that as its core subject.

    (状态或事件)围绕着某个主题或想法展开

    • The film hinges upon the importance of family.

      这部电影围绕着家庭的重要性展开。

    • Her speech hinges on environmental issues.

      她的演讲围绕着环境议题展开。

    • The plot of the novel hinges upon themes of love and betrayal.

      这本小说的剧情围绕着爱与背叛的主题展开。