Meanings
How to pronounce "on the point of":
AU
Very near to; ready to; just about to; such that something is imminent.
Example: "The old building seemed to be on the point of collapse."
Example Sentences
1
I was on the point of leaving the party when my friend arrived.
2
The company was on the point of bankruptcy before they received a major investment.
3
She was on the point of crying when she heard the sad news.
4
The team was on the point of winning the game when their opponent scored a last-minute goal.
5
I was on the point of calling the police when I realized I had misplaced my phone.