- be on the edge of sth
- be on the edge of sth► to nearly be in a particular situation, or to be close to achieving something: »
Scientists hope we are on the edge of a new and greener economy.
Main Entry: ↑edge
Financial and business terms. 2012.
be on the edge of sth
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the cutting edge of sth — the cutting edge (of sth) ► the most recent and advanced stage of development in a particular type of work or activity, with the newest systems, equipment, etc.: »We want to be at the cutting edge of this technology. »Video games companies are… … Financial and business terms
edge sb/sth out — UK US edge sb/sth out Phrasal Verb with edge({{}}/edʒ/ verb [I or T] ► to do better than another person or company when you are competing against them: »The Dublin based property investor is reported to be preferred bidder, edging out… … Financial and business terms
take the edge off something — phrase to make a strong feeling less strong Aspirin will usually take the edge off the pain. The thought briefly took the edge off her enjoyment. Thesaurus: to become, or to make something weakersynonym Main entry: edge * * * take the ˈedge off… … Useful english dictionary
give sb an edge on sth — give sb an edge (over/on sb/sth) ► to give someone an advantage in a particular situation: »A consortium of private equity investors gave the group the edge in the competition to acquire MGM. Main Entry: ↑edge … Financial and business terms
give sb an edge over sth — give sb an edge (over/on sb/sth) ► to give someone an advantage in a particular situation: »A consortium of private equity investors gave the group the edge in the competition to acquire MGM. Main Entry: ↑edge … Financial and business terms
gain/have an edge on sth — get/gain/have an edge (over/on sb/sth) ► to get or have an advantage in a particular situation: »Internet banks may have the edge over their old technology rivals when it comes to charges and rates, but they are not immune from complaints. Main… … Financial and business terms
gain/have an edge over sth — get/gain/have an edge (over/on sb/sth) ► to get or have an advantage in a particular situation: »Internet banks may have the edge over their old technology rivals when it comes to charges and rates, but they are not immune from complaints. Main… … Financial and business terms
push sb/sth over the edge — ► to put someone or something into a difficult or dangerous situation: »As the number of house repossessions and bankruptcies increases, those already struggling with debt could be pushed over the edge. → See also COMPETITIVE EDGE(Cf.… … Financial and business terms
push sth over the edge — push sb/sth over the edge ► to put someone or something into a difficult or dangerous situation: »As the number of house repossessions and bankruptcies increases, those already struggling with debt could be pushed over the edge. → See also… … Financial and business terms
on the edge of your seat — on the edge of your seat/chair/ phrase very excited and interested in something because you want to know what happens next This film will keep you on the edge of your seat. Thesaurus: feeling interested and excitedsynonym Main entry: edge … Useful english dictionary
