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International aid organizations, whose limited operations inside the enclave have teetered on collapse, said they couldn’t reach their staff nearly 24 hours after the blackout.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 28, 2023

Since then, Joseph, her 3-year-old son, and her infant daughter have teetered on the edge of homelessness.

From Salon • Dec. 2, 2022

The announcement of a deal Wednesday marked only the latest twist in tense Senate talks that at times have teetered on the precipice of collapse.

From Washington Post • Jul. 28, 2021

Several of the larger operators have teetered on the brink of bankruptcy before seeking out additional capital to stay afloat.

From BBC • Jan. 9, 2021

Some industries have teetered on the edge of bankruptcy.

From New York Times • May 29, 2020