brink

Example Sentences

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But it was not Manchester United's day, it was Manchester City, on the brink of a first league title in 10 years, who were in party mood.

From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026

Plummeting Chinese imports are pushing some wine regions to the brink.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 24, 2026

But that strategy has dramatically backfired, propelling the aging franchise closer to the brink of the point of no return.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

For other people reading this who suspect an elderly relative is being scammed or on the brink of being scammed, contact the National Elder Fraud Hotline at 833-372-8311 or legal services and Adult Protective Services.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 23, 2026

Even though scientists might never unlock the secrets of the universe’s birth, they are on the brink of understanding its death.

From "Zero: The Biography of a Dangerous Idea" by Charles Seife