to overreact · to exaggerate the importance of something
This expression is perfect when someone is reacting *way* too intensely to something minor. 🙄 It's like, "Dude, chill, it's not that serious!" You use it to suggest that the person is overthinking or overreacting to a situation that doesn't warrant such a strong emotional response.
💡 **Pro Tip:** This phrase can sometimes sound a bit dismissive, so use it carefully! 🤔 It’s usually used informally among friends or family when you want to gently tell someone they might be overreacting, or when you’re talking about someone else's exaggerated response. For example, "He made such a big deal out of losing his keys, you'd think he lost his whole apartment!"
When would you most appropriately use the expression 'to make a big deal out of something'? A. 😭 When someone is crying over a genuinely tragic event. B. 🎉 When someone is celebrating a major achievement with great enthusiasm. C. 😠 When someone is getting extremely angry because their coffee order was slightly wrong.