keep it simple
kept it simple
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Definition of keep it simple - Reverso English Dictionary

Verbal expression

communication advicereduce complexity so something is clearer and easier to do
  • When explaining the rules, keep it simple and skip the extra details.
  • If the design feels crowded, keep it simple and remove extra icons.
  • When writing your speech, keep it simple so everyone understands.
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Expressions with keep it simple

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keep it simple, stupidexp.
suggests using clear and straightforward language
In your speech, keep it simple, stupid to engage the audience.

Expressions with keep

keep goingv.
maintain the pace or speed
He kept going at a steady pace throughout the race..
keep onv.
continue doing something
She decided to keep on studying despite the noise..
keep upv.
maintain the same speed or level
He struggled to keep up with the fast runners.
keep aroundv.
retain something or someone nearby
I keep a flashlight around in case of power outages.
keep in touchv.
maintain communication with someone
We promised to keep in touch after graduation.
keep one's placev.
not lose track of location in reading or process
Use a bookmark to keep your place in the book.

Expressions with simple

simple asadj.
very easy to understand or do
The instructions were simple as, so anyone could follow them.
simple as 123adj.
very easy to do or understand
This math problem is simple as 123.
as simple as can beadj.
extremely easy to understand or do
The instructions are as simple as can be.
pure and simpleadj.
straightforward without any complications
His explanation was pure and simple.
simple as thatadj.
very easy to understand or do
The instructions are simple as that, anyone can follow them.
a simple souln.
person who is uncomplicated and genuine
She was a simple soul, always kind to everyone.
simple as pieexp.
very easy to do or understand
Fixing the bike was simple as pie.
as simple as ABCadj.
very easy to understand or do
The instructions are as simple as ABC.
simple Englishn.
plain and easy-to-understand form of English
She prefers to write her articles in simple English for clarity..
in simple termsadv.
using easy words to explain something clearly
She explained the process in simple terms.

Terms related to keep it simple

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Terms with keep it simple included in their meaning

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KISSacr.
acr: keep it simple, stupid
reminder to keep things easy and clear

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  1. French:rester simple, ...
  2. German:es einfach halten, ...
  3. Italian:semplificare, ...
  4. Spanish:mantén las cosas simples, ...
  5. Portuguese:simplificar, ...
  6. Chinese:尽量简单, ...
  7. Japanese:シンプルにする, ...
  8. Arabic:بَسَّطَ, ...
  9. Hebrew:לְפַשֵּׁט, ...
  10. Russian:не усложнять, ...
  11. Ukrainian:не ускладнювати, ...
  12. Hindi:इसे सरल रखना, ...
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