In his best works, Brodie was able to coax an image right up to edge of the abyss of sentimentality and not let it fall in. (hyperallergic.com)
In Calgary, United Conservative Leader Jason Kenney said the court reference is one more delay tactic in a pipeline project that is already on the edge of an abyss. (jwnenergy.com)
«Yes, my dear,» one is inclined to say, «we see you playing on the edge of the abyss. (firstthings.com)