cat and mouse
The phrase "cat and mouse" describes a dynamic of pursuit and evasion, often involving strategic or deceptive maneuvers, similar to how a cat might toy with its prey.
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Definition
B2General
(idiomatic)A situation where one party tries to evade or outsmart another through strategic or deceptive actions.
Example
- The detective and the thief engaged in a game of cat and mouse, each trying to outwit the other.
B2Games and Activities
(colloquial)A playful or teasing scenario where one person or group tries to catch or outwit another.
Example
- The children played a game of cat and mouse, with one child trying to catch the others.
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