The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 5 letter word REPEL which also is the latest solution we found used in USA Today in 2021.
Keep at bay crossword clue answers
Here's a list of possible crossword answers ranked by the most likely to least likely.
| Answer | Likelyness | Letters |
|---|---|---|
| REPEL | 50 % | 5 |
| STAVEOFF | 50 % | 8 |
Words with a meaning similar to the clue: Keep at bay
These words may or may not be a possible solution to this crosswords clue.- repel
- ward off
- avert
- prevent
- stave off
- scotch
- averse
- obviate
- turn away
- foil
- guard against
- preventive
Crossword Answer definitions
REPEL verb- To turn (someone) away from a privilege, right, job, etc.
- To reject, put off (a request, demand etc.).
- To ward off (a malignant influence, attack etc.).
- To drive back (an assailant, advancing force etc.).
- To force away by means of a repulsive force.
- To cause repulsion or dislike in; to disgust.
- To save (a shot).
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