brink

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Was there any doubt that this absurdly riveting bad blood showdown could do anything but take it to the brink, like it had in Vancouver 2010, or even Boston a year ago?

From The Wall Street Journal

Surging demand from server farms has pushed the surrounding region’s electric-grid operator to the brink of a supply crisis.

From The Wall Street Journal

They were on the brink of a shock early exit as recently as Thursday and, while they recovered to guarantee a medal, they did not get the one they really wanted as they lost 9-6.

From BBC

Supporters say it continues to give survivors a chance at justice, while Barger and other officials warn the cost of the litigation is driving local governments to the brink of bankruptcy.

From Los Angeles Times

Frankel may have been underworked in Team USA’s one-sided rampage to the gold medal game, but Thursday she was on the brink until Keller finished it off.

From The Wall Street Journal