at bay

• Expresión idiomática que significa mantener algo o a alguien a distancia, no dejar que se acerque o contenerlo, usada a menudo en contextos de peligro, enfermedad o amenaza.

An idiomatic expression meaning to keep something or someone at a distance, prevent them from approaching, or hold them back, often used in contexts of danger, illness, or threats.

1. Keep something awayB2formal

   To prevent something dangerous or unpleasant from approaching or affecting you.

   a raya

   • She held the attackers at bay with a loud scream.
   • Regular exercise helps keep illness at bay.
   • The soldiers kept the enemy at bay until reinforcements arrived.

2. Control a situationB2formal

   To maintain control over a difficult situation or emotion.

   mantener a raya

   • He managed to keep his anger at bay during the argument.
   • The company is trying to keep financial problems at bay.
   • She kept her fears at bay by focusing on her work.