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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