keep to yourself

/kiːp tuː jəˈsɛlf/

phrase★Intermediate— to avoid sharing personal information

informal

To avoid sharing personal information or emotions with others

He tends to keep to himself when he's stressed.

He avoids discussing his problems with others.

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Often used to describe someone who is reserved or private.

Collocations

keep to yourselfavoid sharing personal details

to avoid interfering in others' affairs

to avoid drawing attention

This phrase is often used to describe someone who is introverted or prefers privacy.

Use this phrase carefully, as it can sometimes be perceived as dismissive.

Derived from the combination of 'keep' (to retain) and 'to yourself' (indicating personal space).

This phrase is commonly used to describe someone who prefers solitude or avoids discussing personal matters.

keep

to retain or maintain

root

to yourself

indicating personal space or privacy

phrase

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