Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

at-bay

Phrase

/æt beɪ/

Definition

In a position of being trapped or unable to escape; cornered or in danger.

Examples

During the negotiation, he felt at-bay with no way out.
The hiker found himself at-bay when he realized he was lost in the forest.
In the final minutes of the game, the team was at-bay, desperately trying to defend their lead.

Meaning

The phrase ‘at-bay’ typically refers to a situation where someone is facing a threat or is in a difficult position, often with few options available to them.