be as nothing to

be as nothing compared to (someone or something)

To be unimportant or trivial compared to someone or something else. These new pieces are as nothing compared to his groundbreaking early works. When I was younger, I was as nothing compared to my sister because she was a much better student than I was. Don't worry, I doubt the boss will even notice this typo—it's as nothing compared to last month's massive printing problem.

See also: compare, nothing, to

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be as nothing (compared) to

be insignificant in comparison with.

1998 Oldie Believe me, being pronounced anathema is as nothing compared to the earful you get from a liberal who considers himself insufficiently appreciated.

See also: nothing, to

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