“Blow things out of proportion”

Definition

To make something seem much worse than it is.

Examples

Examples

“This situation is a good example of "Blow things out of proportion".”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Blow things out of proportion" mean?
"Blow things out of proportion" means to make something seem much worse than it is..
How do you use "Blow things out of proportion" in a sentence?
Example: "This situation is a good example of "Blow things out of proportion"."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Blow things out of proportion"?
Преувеличивать что-то. / Չափազանցնել ինչ-որ բան։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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