at bay
idiom
: in the position of being unable to move closer while attacking or trying to approach someone
—used with keep or hold
The soldiers kept the attackers at bay.
—often used figurativelyThe doctors have been able to keep her illness at bay for several months.
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Cheryl Winokur Munk, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2024
These light moments serve as mini-escapes from life’s demands, helping keep stress at bay.
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—Mark Travers, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
Wall mopping, a simple and effective method of cleaning the walls of your home, is a great way to keep walls clean and paint fresh, keep allergens like dust at bay, and prevent mold or mildew build-up.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2024
Set out some cheese and crackers to keep your guests’ hunger at bay.
—Annie Krumhardt Peterson, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Nov. 2024
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Cheryl Winokur Munk, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2024
These light moments serve as mini-escapes from life’s demands, helping keep stress at bay.
5.
—Mark Travers, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
Wall mopping, a simple and effective method of cleaning the walls of your home, is a great way to keep walls clean and paint fresh, keep allergens like dust at bay, and prevent mold or mildew build-up.
—Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2024
Set out some cheese and crackers to keep your guests’ hunger at bay.
—Annie Krumhardt Peterson, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Nov. 2024
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“At bay.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/at%20bay. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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