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on the verge of
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sur le point de, au bord 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.
Elle était au bord de rire en regardant le spectacle comique, incapable de contenir son amusement.
She was on the verge of tears after hearing the news.
Elle était au bord des larmes après avoir entendu la nouvelle.
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