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Make an issue of Meaning in English

expression

ˈmeɪk/ /ˈæn/, /ən/ /ˈɪʃu/ /ˈəv
MAYK an or ən ISH-oo UHV
mˈeɪk/ /ˈɐn/ /ˈɪʃuː/ /ˈɒv
MAYK un ISH-oo OV

Definição

To treat something as more important or problematic than it really is; to exaggerate the significance of a minor point.

Uso & Nuances

Informal and often slightly accusatory; commonly used to advise someone not to overreact. Collocations: 'don't make an issue of it', 'why do you always make an issue of...'. Similar to 'blow out of proportion', but softer.

Frases de Exemplo

Please don't make an issue of my mistake—it was not serious.

basic

You shouldn't make an issue of the noise; it's not a big deal.

basic

He tends to make an issue of everything at work.

basic

If you keep making an issue of this, nothing will get solved.

natural

She really didn't need to make an issue of my being late.

natural

Let's not make an issue of it—just move on.

natural