On/to the verge of something/of doing something

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Immediacy Implied

Indicates someone is moments away from a certain emotion or action.

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She was on the verge of screaming with excitement.

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Not Yet Started

Shows an action or state that hasn't begun, but is very close to starting.

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We were on the verge of leaving when it started to rain.

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