- present participle of teeter.
teetering
Example Sentences
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The nation that entered the World Cup hoping to reach the knockout rounds for the first time in its history now sits teetering on the brink of qualification, with absolutely nothing to do but wait.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 25, 2026
"The project will enable the production of scientifically accurate replicas for museums, classrooms and educational programs, helping to raise awareness and support conservation efforts for a species now teetering on the edge of extinction."
From Science Daily ● Jun. 17, 2026
They did so even though the euro zone is teetering on the edge of a recession by some indicators, including a 0.2% economic contraction in the first quarter of the year.
From Barron's ● Jun. 16, 2026
Steve Coogan is terrific in a rare dramatic role, as is Tom Burke as cop teetering on the edge as he falls dangerously deep into his undercover persona.
From MarketWatch ● May 31, 2026
It slid easily now, and after a few more shoves I had it teetering precariously on the edge; one last nudge would be enough to send it over.
From "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children" by Ransom Riggs
