noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
touch-and-go; explosive; on the brink
Describes a situation so tense that the slightest trigger could cause an immediate outbreak of conflict or disaster. Often used in political, military, or social contexts.
両国の国境は一触即発の状態だ。
The border between the two countries is in a touch-and-go situation.
The protest was filled with an explosive atmosphere.