Blow something out of proportion In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "blow something out of proportion", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

Jimmy Hung

2022-04-25 09:04

blow out of all proportion , grow out of proportion

Out of (all) proportion phrase

Too big, great or strong for the thing or situation that has caused it

I think you should adjust the drawing. This object is out of proportion to other objects in the picture.

The product's quality is out of proportion to its price.

Some flowers may grow out of proportion to the rest.

Used when a thing or situation is treated as more serious than it really is

You've blown it out of proportion. Actually, it's not a big deal.

I couldn't help feeling that he had got things rather out of proportion, but soon he adjusted his emotions.

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(the) thrills and spills

The excitement and danger caused by taking part in activities, especially sports or entertainments

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Watching Formula One gives us plenty of thrills and spills.

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