keep it simple

idiom

1
: to make something easy to understand or do
Don't go into too much detail in the report. Just keep it simple and to the point.
2
: to not do something in a complex or fancy way
We don't want to spend a lot of money on the party, so we're keeping it simple.

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Or keep it simple with salsa and chips, a salad, or your favorite veggies. Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2025 Go big and paint an accent wall using a moody gray color, or keep it simple by switching out artwork on your mantel. Savanna Bous, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2025 Add boots and a leather jacket for dinner, throw on a cardigan and flats for the office, or keep it simple with loafers for a business lunch. Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 3 Sep. 2025 For a pre-race morning bite, keep it simple with a bagel and banana. Sunny Hubler, Charlotte Observer, 27 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for keep it simple

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“Keep it simple.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/keep%20it%20simple. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.

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