On the cusp of
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British pronunciation/ɒnðə kˈʌsp ɒv/
American pronunciation/ɑːnðə kˈʌsp ʌv/
on the cusp

Definition & Meaning of "on the cusp of"

on the cusp of
01

at the starting point of a major development or change

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She was on the cusp of starting a new chapter in her life as she graduated from college and prepared for her first job.
The team 's success in the playoffs put them on the cusp of winning the championship, but they faced a tough opponent in the finals.
On the cusp between
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British pronunciation/ɒnðə kˈʌsp bɪtwˈiːn/
American pronunciation/ɑːnðə kˈʌsp bɪtwˈiːn/
on the cusp between
01

at the dividing line or boundary between two distinct categories, regions, conditions, etc., suggesting a state of change or uncertainty

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She celebrates her birthday on the cusp between Pisces and Aries.
His personality falls on the cusp between introversion and extroversion.
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