on the verge of

Idioms and Phrases

Close to, on the brink of, as in I was on the verge of calling the doctor when he suddenly got better , or Sara was on the verge of tears when she heard the news . This term uses verge in the sense of “the brink or border of something.” [Mid-1800s]

Example Sentences

Before meeting with Biden on Wednesday, Trump addressed House Republicans, who are on the verge of formally winning a House majority.

From Salon

"Nicole Scherzinger really thought it was a great idea to come out as a Trump supporter? When she's literally on the verge of a Tony nomination. Broadway is run by gay and trans people. After a flop attempt of a solo career, she finally found her niche and ruins it," another person chimed in.

From Salon

The Rams quarterback is on the verge of doing it again.

From Los Angeles Times

I asked him how he felt, with District 14 residents doubling down on progressive politicians on a night when Trump was on the verge of the presidency and Republicans were taking the Senate.

From Los Angeles Times

The anti-democracy coalition under Trump is on the verge of fascism.

From Salon