keep at bay

to prevent something or someone unpleasant from coming too near you or harming you

Hey, Matt get me some vitamins, because I need to keep this swine flue at bay!
Keep at bay!

Back in Europe of the 1700s, another drink was developed that mixed warm milk and eggs with sherry or brandy to keep the chill at bay.

by EnglishRepublic November 18, 2009

Keep at bay

To prevent someone or something from coming close.

Keep at bay,those guys.I don't want them to know about the surprise party

by BlackPohatu October 26, 2016

keep troubles at bay

to control something and prevent it from causing you problems

She fought to keep troubles at bay.

by Daghfag November 6, 2010

Keeping bae at bay

Managing your man or woman from causing you trouble by keeping him in line.

Jon hasn't checked out liz's booty in the last 3 days. Clearly, I am keeping bae at bay.

by Fall Bondler June 7, 2017