What does it mean to be on the verge of crying? And what are some other ways we can talk about our emotions? Learn 'make someone do or feel something', 'on the verge of' and 'about to' in this episode, with Pippa, Phil and grammar guru Georgie.
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Published on Tuesday, 9th June 2026.
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