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on the verge of
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al borde de, a punto de
very close to a particular state, situation, or event, often with the implication that it is about to happen or reach a certain point
Collocation
Example
She was on the verge of laughter as she watched the comedy show, unable to contain her amusement.
Ella estaba a punto de reírse mientras veía el programa de comedia, incapaz de contener su diversión.
She was on the verge of tears after hearing the news.
Ella estaba a punto de llorar después de escuchar la noticia.
