If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it

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Usage Context

Mostly used in informal contexts or casual conversations, not in formal writing.

This old car still runs great, so if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.

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Conservatism

The phrase can imply a conservative approach to improvement or change, suggesting caution.

We've always done it this way; if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.

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Not Literal

It's a metaphorical phrase; 'broke' doesn't only refer to physical objects but to systems and methods.

Our weekly meeting format works well; if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.