Meaning of 'Keep the wolf at bay'
What does the saying 'Keep the wolf at bay' mean?
Idiom: Keep the wolf at bay
Meaning:
If you keep the wolf at bay, you make enough money to avoid going hungry or falling heavily into debt.
Country: International English |
Subject Area: Animals |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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