on the verge of
on
ɑ:n
aan
the
ðə
dhē
verge
vɜrʤ
vērj
of
ʌv
av
British pronunciation
/ɒnðə vˈɜːdʒ ɒv/

Definition & Meaning of "on the verge of"in English

on the verge of
01

very close to a particular state, situation, or event, often with the implication that it is about to happen or reach a certain point

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She was on the verge of laughter as she watched the comedy show, unable to contain her amusement.
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