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Today's Expressions

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be extra

acting overly dramatic · attention-seeking · excessive

What's the situation?

Ever seen someone make a huge deal out of something tiny? 🤏 Like reacting to a spilled drink as if the world just ended? That's being extra! It's used when someone is being overly dramatic, exaggerating, or just doing too much for the situation. It’s usually said lightheartedly, but can also be used when someone is genuinely annoying you with their antics! 😂

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to make a scene

to create a public disturbance with an emotional outburst · to get overly dramatic or emotional, especially in front of others

What's the situation?

This expression is perfect when someone is being overtly emotional, dramatic, or causing a public fuss. 🎭 It's not just about being sad or angry, but expressing those emotions in a very visible, attention-grabbing way that might make others uncomfortable. Think 'over-the-top reaction'! 😲