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make a federal case out of something and make a big deal about something to exaggerate the seriousness of something. Come on. It was nothing! Don't make a federal case out of it. I only stepped on your toe. Don't make a big deal about it. make a federal case (out) of something (American) to make something seem more important or serious than it really is (usually negative) He only swore at you - there's no need to make a federal case out of it! How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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