on the verge (of)

Related to word: verge

Idiom

Definition

  1. C2

    Describing a state of being very close to experiencing or achieving something.

    • After months of negotiations, the two parties are finally on the verge of reaching an agreement.

    • Due to poor financial management, the company is on the verge of bankruptcy.

    • Upon hearing the shocking news, she was on the verge of a breakdown.