She reached the brink of tears when she heard the tragic news of her beloved pet.
Usage Example in Conversation
A: I wanted to discuss the recent project updates with you, but before we start, is everything alright? You seem tense.B: Thank you for asking. Honestly, I'm on the brink of tears. It's been a tough week, both professionally and personally.A: I'm sorry to hear that. Take your time. If you need to talk about anything, I'm here to listen.B: I appreciate that. Let's go over the updates first, and then maybe I'll share what's been bothering me.
