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brink

noun as in edge of an object or area

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Portugal were on the brink of punching their ticket as they led Hungary 2-1 in stoppage time in Lisbon, knowing a win would confirm first place in Group F.

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European officials said increasing financial penalties on Russia is crucial at this stage in the war, when its economy is on the brink of crisis but also transitioning to a full-scale wartime economy.

He is leading his club's title charge and taking his country to the brink of the World Cup.

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He found himself on the brink again after an unforced error when he hit the ball into the net, and Vacherot did not miss his chance this time to force a decider.

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The 32-year-old holds England's all-time scoring record, with a remarkable 74 goals in 109 appearances, with power to add as Thomas Tuchel's side move to the brink of qualification for next summer's World Cup.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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