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on the verge of
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very close to a particular state, situation, or event, often with the implication that it is about to happen or reach a certain point
Collocationon the verge of
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Example
The company is on the verge of bankruptcy if they don't secure additional funding.
She was on the verge of tears after hearing the news.
They were on the verge of giving up when they finally found the solution.
She was on the verge of laughter as she watched the comedy show, unable to contain her amusement.
He felt like he was on the verge of a breakthrough in his research.
