On the brink of
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British pronunciation/ɒnðə bɹˈɪŋk ɒv/
American pronunciation/ɑːnðə bɹˈɪŋk ʌv/

Definition & Meaning of "on the brink of"

on the brink of
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very close to doing or experiencing something, especially something significant or critical

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The negotiations between the two countries were on the brink of collapse before a last-minute agreement was reached.
The country was on the brink of war after diplomatic talks failed.
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