Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bring-to-bay
Phrase
/brɪŋ tʊ beɪ/
Definition
To corner or capture someone or something, forcing them into a situation where they have no escape.
Examples
- The hunters managed to bring the fox to bay after a long chase through the forest.
- After months of investigation, the detectives finally brought the criminal to bay.
- When the company faced financial difficulties, it was forced to bring its problems to bay and confront them directly.
Meaning
This phrase is often used when someone is pursued and finally trapped, either literally or figuratively.
Synonyms
- corner
- trap
- capture
- confront
- entrap
