keep (one's) head below the parapet



keep (one's) head below the parapet

To hide or remain inconspicuous in an attempt to avoid trouble or danger. I wouldn't say anything right now—just keep your head below the parapet for the time being.
See also: below, head, keep, parapet

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Makenziemə-KEN-zeeEnglish (Modern)
Chantelshawn-TEL, shan-TELEnglish
SheltonSHEL-tənEnglish
I'timad-Arabic
Livna-Hebrew
Mstislavmstee-SLAHF (Russian)Czech, Russian, Medieval Slavic