back to basics
The phrase "back to basics" emphasizes a return to fundamental principles or core elements, often to regain simplicity and clarity.
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Definition
B2General
(common)Returning to the simplest and most important aspects of something.
Example
- After years of expansion, the company decided to go back to basics and focus on their original products.
- The teacher suggested going back to basics to help students understand the core concepts.
C1Politics
(chiefly British, historical)A return to principles such as self-respect, decency, and honesty, notably associated with a Conservative policy in the 1990s.
Example
- The politician's campaign focused on a back to basics approach, emphasizing traditional values.
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