What is another word for is on the edge?
Pronunciation: [ɪz ɒnðɪ ˈɛd͡ʒ] (IPA) 
The phrase "is on the edge" denotes a sense of being at the brink of something, whether it be a physical or emotional state. Synonyms include being on the verge, teetering on the edge, standing at the precipice, balancing on a knife's edge, and hovering on the brink. Some more informal alternatives include hanging by a thread, living on the edge, and pushing the limit. In any context, the phrase emphasizes the gravity of a situation and suggests that a decision or action may have profound consequences. It can be used to describe anything from a person's mental state to the state of a business or organization.
