Keep your nose out of something

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To avoid becoming interested or involved in something.

It's their problem, not yours - best to keep your nose out of it.
Visual representation of "keep your nose out of something" - To avoid becoming interested or involved in something

Often appears as...

  • keep your nose out of other's business
  • keep your nose out of someone's affair

Usage tips

Colloquial,Idiomatic

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Subtle Warning

Implies that getting involved could cause trouble or be unwelcome.

Illustration for Subtle Warning
When she started asking about my finances, I told her to keep her nose out of it.
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Emphasizing Discretion

Highlights the importance of respecting privacy.

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He’s very private about his art, so we keep our noses out of his studio.
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Indirect Request

Used to tell someone indirectly to stop meddling.

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I can handle my issues myself, please keep your nose out of them.
Visual representation of the word "Keep your nose out of something"

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