be on the ragged edge

To be close to encountering or experiencing something (such as an outcome or emotional state). Primarily heard in US. After taking exams all week, I am on the ragged edge of exhaustion. The board has been on the ragged edge of discord ever since learning about the chairman's scandalous conduct.

be on the ragged edge

(American)

to be so tired or upset that you feel you cannot deal with a situation Top professional coaches are on the ragged edge of exhaustion and frustration.

See run ragged

Common Names:

Name	Pronounced	Usage
Bronwyn	-	Welsh
Terri	TER-ee	English
Octavian	ahk-TAYV-ee-ən (English)	History, Romanian
Brynhild	-	Norwegian, Norse Mythology
Rachel	['reitʃəl]
Jocosa	-	Medieval English