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to blow out of proportion

 

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Term: to blow out of proportion

Description:

To blow out of proportion is a phrase used to describe exaggerating or magnifying something beyond its true importance or significance. It implies distorting the reality of a situation, usually by making it seem more serious, extreme, or significant than it actually is.

Sample Sentences:

  • He tends to blow every minor issue out of proportion, making it difficult to have a calm conversation.
  • The media blew the celebrity scandal out of proportion by focusing on irrelevant details.
  • She always blows her accomplishments out of proportion and takes credit for others' work.
  • Don't blow this up out of proportion; it's just a simple misunderstanding.

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