hang by a thread; be very close to failing, ending, or being lost
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hang by a thread; be very close to failing, ending, or being lostUsed for situations that are extremely fragile, risky, or near collapse. It can refer to health, a relationship, a business, or any other precarious situation.
PO: A relação deles estava por um fio depois da discussão.
EN: Their relationship was hanging by a thread after the argument.