What is another word for wert the edge?
Pronunciation: [wˈɜːt ðɪ ˈɛd͡ʒ] (IPA) 
The phrase "wert the edge" can be synonymous with being on the brink, at the brink, on the cusp, or at the precipice. It can also connote being in a precarious position, teetering on the edge, on thin ice, or skating on thin ice. Other words that convey a sense of being in a dangerous or risky situation include at risk, vulnerable, threatened, or facing imminent danger. Depending on the context, "wert the edge" can be used to describe an emotional or mental state as well, such as being on the verge of a breakdown or at the brink of despair.
