over the edge
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Or fans looking for reasons to sell their tickets for huge profits may also be looking for reasons to sell, and the added restrictions for Monday’s game could push them over the edge.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 8, 2026
This was what pushed him over the edge and made him decide to take early retirement, too, in September.
From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026
The first time he put the camera behind a row of fans, I had to look over the edge of my 3D glasses to double-check that those waving arms weren’t really in my theater.
From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026
Increasing the price is "not something we do lightly and we've managed to hold the price for several years, but unfortunately the fuel increase has tipped us over the edge," said Biddle.
From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026
The ice made creaking sounds as waves broke over the edge where the boat was moored.
From "Black Star, Bright Dawn" by Scott O'Dell
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