bring (someone or something) back from the brink (of something)

To return someone or something to a state of stability or well-being after being on the verge of utter ruin, failure, or destruction. The massive success of our latest product brought the company back from the brink of bankruptcy. I was in a really dark, hopeless place, but the support and love of my family brought me back from the brink. Collin's last-minute goal brought us back from the brink of defeat, giving us a chance to win the game in overtime.