How to Use keep it simple in a Sentence

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  • For styling, a pair of trousers or a maxi skirt will do — keep it simple.
    Frances Solá-Santiago, refinery29.com, 7 Sep. 2023
  • But the key is not to go overboard—just keep it simple.
    Stefanie Waldek, House Beautiful, 28 June 2023
  • As for makeup, the key to the perfect cottagecore look is to keep it simple.
    Lauren Juarez, refinery29.com, 19 Apr. 2023
  • Grab this one in a bold color or keep it simple with black or white.
    Enjanae' Taylor, Southern Living, 14 Aug. 2023
  • To keep it simple, hair toners can add richness to the color of your hair and even shift the tone of it.
    Sabrina Talbert, Women's Health, 10 Sep. 2023
  • Better to keep it simple and hone the focus of your product.
    Liz Giorgi, Forbes, 5 May 2023
  • Better to keep it simple and hone the focus of your product.
    Liz Giorgi, Forbes, 5 May 2023
  • These keep it simple with sleek genuine leather and a matching white heel.
    Andrea Navarro, Glamour, 2 Feb. 2024
  • Just trying to keep it simple, get in a rhythm with pitching and not putting a ton of stock in the beginning.
    Evan Petzold, Detroit Free Press, 3 Mar. 2023
  • My mindset every game is to just keep it simple and that’s rebound, run and find open shots.
    Duane Rankin, The Arizona Republic, 4 Sep. 2022
  • Being aggressive and at the same time, just trying to keep it simple.
    Cincinnati Enquirer, The Enquirer, 27 Sep. 2022
  • As a result, many leaders have been tempted to keep it simple.
    Bill Schaninger, Fortune, 5 Apr. 2022
  • Pair it with Chelsea boots and a colorful pair of socks, or keep it simple and replicate Markle’s look with a scarf and a statement bag.
    Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 3 Dec. 2023
  • Add a piece of holiday graphic art or keep it simple with just the framed fabrics.
    Megan Boettcher, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Aug. 2022
  • Just keep it simple, spend 30 to 60 days of running consistently and see where that takes you.
    Brian Metzler, Outside Online, 9 Jan. 2023
  • Use apple cider for sweetness, or keep it simple and use stock to keep it mellow and savory.
    Claire Saffitz, Bon Appétit, 11 Oct. 2023
  • For the new parents, try a trinket with their baby’s name on it, or for the family of 10, keep it simple with just their last name.
    Alyssa Grabinski, Peoplemag, 4 Nov. 2023
  • Some coffee machines keep it simple, while others have all the bells and whistles.
    Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 9 Jan. 2024
  • Also, keep it simple with a smaller kit that includes a blush and lipstick.
    Rich Scherr, Parents, 9 Jan. 2024
  • This has to be a week to keep it simple, protect the football, give Stevenson touches, and let Matthew Judon and the defense flummox Ehlinger.
    Chad Finn, BostonGlobe.com, 5 Nov. 2022
  • Also remember to keep it simple when fishing in the dark.
    David A. Rose, Field & Stream, 20 Mar. 2024
  • Or, keep it simple and play family-friendly board games at home.
    Ysolt Usigan, Woman's Day, 9 Nov. 2022
  • The principles are to balance the cravings, keep it simple with snacking, maybe prep food for late-night snacking, and watch the portion size.
    Fortune, 2 Aug. 2022
  • To accessorize, keep it simple with a lightweight trench, suede booties, and a delicate gold chain.
    Corinne Sullivan, Woman's Day, 24 Oct. 2022
  • Extra Features Some of the best night lights keep it simple, while others come loaded with features.
    Anna Halkidis, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 July 2023
  • Some like to keep it simple with chocolate and flowers or pricey jewelry and comfy clothes.
    Diane J. Cho, Peoplemag, 9 Feb. 2024
  • Cremo’s crisp, clean bottle and clear liquid keep it simple.
    Dallas News, 30 Nov. 2022
  • For Mingyu’s first-ever Dior show, the Seventeen rapper wanted to keep it simple.
    Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 29 Feb. 2024
  • That would be an interesting pick with a huge upside, but the Texans can’t afford a swing-and-a-miss here, so keep it simple: Ekwonu is the pick.
    Matt Young, Chron, 28 Apr. 2022
  • These are perfect for anyone wanting to dip their toes (or fingers) into nail art but keep it simple.
    Dori Price, Good Housekeeping, 23 Sep. 2022

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