What is another word for verged up on?
Pronunciation: [vˈɜːd͡ʒd ˌʌp ˈɒn] (IPA) 
The phrase, "verged up on" implies a sense of approaching or nearly reaching a limit, boundary, or threshold. There are several synonyms that can be used in its place, such as "nearing," "approaching," "bordering," "encroaching," or "trespassing." These words all suggest a similar idea of moving toward a point of no return or being on the brink of something. "Verging up on" is also similar in meaning to "edging toward" or "getting dangerously close to." The choice of synonym will depend on the intended context but all convey a similar sense of being close to a limit or boundary.
