noun
on the verge of bankruptcy; near bankruptcy
Describes a person or company that is extremely close to going bankrupt. The gloss 'bumper-to-bumper' is a rare, figurative translation and not a core meaning.
その会社は破産寸前の状態だ。
The company is on the verge of bankruptcy.
彼は破産寸前まで追い込ま
He was driven to the brink of bankruptcy.