cat and mouse

The phrase "cat and mouse" refers to a situation or game of pursuit and evasion, often characterized by a cat chasing a mouse. It symbolizes a constant back-and-forth struggle or competition, where one party is the aggressor or pursuer (cat), and the other is the target or evader (mouse). This phrase is commonly used to describe dynamic relationships, conflicts, or strategies where one person or group is constantly trying to outwit, capture, or overpower the other.