baby trap

The phrase "baby trap" is commonly used to describe a manipulative tactic in romantic relationships involving an unplanned pregnancy.

Definition

C1Romantic Relationships

(informal)A situation where one partner intentionally causes a pregnancy to secure a commitment from the other partner.

Example

  • She felt trapped when she found out he had tampered with the birth control, using it as a baby trap.

C1Manipulative Tactics

(informal)A strategy to manipulate someone into a long-term commitment by causing an unplanned pregnancy.

Example

  • He accused her of using a baby trap to keep him in the relationship.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "baby trap":

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