at bay

Example Sentences

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No coincidence, it is also equipped with active noise cancellation, to keep the rubbery roar at bay at highway speeds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

Iran conflict at bay, has failed to dent the market’s spirit.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

He made multiple fine saves to keep the Rams at bay, and was beaten only by a stoppage-time penalty.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

Some economists say it will be hard to keep Chinese manufacturers at bay.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

I also kept a close eye on the Scoreboard, waiting to see evidence that the Sixers had begun to collect copies of the Jade Key while their forces held the opposition at bay.

From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline