belay

Example Sentences

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Local gyms offer training on how to belay, typically in an introductory class.

From Seattle Times

For the last and most difficult third, Ms. Harrington’s boyfriend, Adrian Ballinger, a professional guide whom she met atop Mount Everest, swapped in as belay.

From New York Times

In the meantime, a rescue belay was set up with ropes and other gear to hoist Furness up to the tracks.

From Washington Times

A second climber was on belay, anchored at the other end of the rope to prevent a long fall.

From Washington Times

Momoa said he installed a rock climbing wall in his house and is teaching his kids how to belay, a technique used by climbers to keep tension on a rope while another person is climbing.

From Fox News