Meaning of the word "cross the stream where it is shallowest" in English
What does "cross the stream where it is shallowest" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
cross the stream where it is shallowest
US /krɔːs ðə striːm wer ɪt ɪz ˈʃæloʊɪst/
UK /krɒs ðə striːm weə rɪt ɪz ˈʃæləʊɪst/
Idiom
to do things in the easiest or most direct way possible; to solve a problem by addressing its simplest part first
Example:
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Instead of overcomplicating the project, let's cross the stream where it is shallowest.
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He always tries to cross the stream where it is shallowest to save time and effort.