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on the verge of
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막 ~하려고 하다, ~할 뻔하다
very close to a particular state, situation, or event, often with the implication that it is about to happen or reach a certain point
Example
She was on the verge of laughter as she watched the comedy show, unable to contain her amusement.
그녀는 코미디 쇼를 보면서 웃음을 막 참으려고 하다가, 자신의 즐거움을 참지 못했다.
She was on the verge of tears after hearing the news.
그녀는 소식을 듣고 눈물이 날 뻔했다.