on edge

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Synonyms of on edgenext
: anxious, nervous

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Using a chunk of change on edge help is a realistic expectation. — The Athletic Nfl Staff, New York Times, 30 June 2026 Some riders gallivant and whoosh past bystanders, weaving in and out and putting surrounding passersby on edge. — Doug Turnbull, AJC.com, 5 July 2026 That fact may have some meat-eaters on edge, but public health leaders have emphasized repeatedly that the parasite is not a threat to the nation’s food safety. — Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 5 July 2026 According to Achieve survey data, 50% of respondents said money issues left them feeling anxious or on edge. — Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for on edge

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“On edge.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20edge. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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