Be on the razor’s edge

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idiomatic expression

To be in a dangerous or precarious situation.

With the upcoming final match, he is on the razor’s edge not knowing if he will win or not.
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Serious Consequences

The phrase implies a crucial situation where actions may lead to significant outcomes.

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As the tightrope walker performed, she was quite literally on the razor’s edge.
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Physical Danger

It can refer to a situation with a risk of actual harm or injury.

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The bomb disposal team is on the razor’s edge during every mission.
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