keep (something) on the down low

keep (something) on the down low

To keep something in a state of secrecy or minimal public knowledge; to not share something with anyone else. Keep this on the down-low, but Janet is planning to break up with Kevin next week.
See also: down, keep, low, on
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

keep it on the ˈdown-low

(American English, slang) keep something secret; not tell other people about something: Her parents wouldn’t approve of our relationship so we keep it on the down-low.
See also: keep, on
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
See also:
  • downlow
  • keep it on the down-low
  • keep it that way
  • inhibit
  • inhibit (someone or something) from (doing something)
  • inhibit from doing
  • keep behind
  • keep an eye open
  • keep away
  • keep away (from someone or something)