keep (something) light

keep (something) light

To avoid being overly serious; to be fun and carefree. Sally's been really down lately, so try to keep things light when you talk to her. Keep your presentation light, yeah? Don't take it all so seriously. Neither of us wants a committed relationship right now, so we're keeping it light.
See also: keep, light
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • earn its keep
  • keep away
  • keep away (from someone or something)
  • keep by
  • keep (something) by
  • keep (something) under wraps
  • be asking for trouble
  • be looking for trouble
  • keep (one's) eyes on (someone or something)
  • keep eye out