[Idiom] KEEP YOUR HEAD DOWN. - Why Staying Low-Key at Work Can Be Beneficial

Keep your head down.

Keep your head down.

Stay out of trouble or attention.

The expression 'Keep your head down' is often used when advising someone to avoid getting involved in trouble or controversial situations. Picture yourself in a busy workplace where different opinions often lead to heated debates. By keeping your head down, or metaphorically ducking to avoid any 'flying trouble', you ensure that you focus on your tasks and minimize risks of unwanted attention or criticism. This idiom can be valuable for maintaining productivity and preserving professional relationships in potentially tumultuous environments.

Example Sentences

  1. Keep your head down and work through it.

    Stay focused and continue working hard.

  2. During busy seasons, it's best to keep your head down.

    During busy times, it's best to concentrate and work diligently.

  3. By keeping his head down, he avoided office politics.

    By staying focused and avoiding distractions, he avoided office politics.

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