idiom

keep something at bay

3Sections

To keep something away; to prevent something from approaching

Definition

To keep something away; to prevent something from approaching

Examples

  • She's trying to KEEP her worries AT BAY
  • We managed to KEEP the attackers AT BAY
  • Medication can HELP KEEP the pain AT BAY

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms:

  • keep away
  • ward off
  • hold back

Antonyms:

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