keep it simple

phrase

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.

Examples of keep it simple in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

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But with Burgers & Fries, which also has locations in Miami Beach, Hollywood and Fort Lauderdale, Iglesias’ idea was to keep it simple. — Connie Ogle july 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026

For her jewelry, Victoria opted to keep it simple, rocking her diamond wedding ring, a delicate gold pendant necklace, and a diamond tennis bracelet. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 23 July 2026

To keep it simple, the technology involves placing a sensor inside the ball itself that detects every touch, no matter how small. — Ben Church, CNN Money, 3 July 2026

Rhymes for keep it simple

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