federal case

NOUN

minor problem made into a major issue

Synonyms

WEAK

big deal much ado about nothing storm in a teacup

Example Sentences

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After five days of deliberations, a jury found Ridley-Thomas guilty in a sprawling federal case involving a quid pro quo with the then-dean of USC’s social work program, Marilyn Flynn.

From Los Angeles Times

Our former president's legal team now includes an "insurance lawyer who's never had a federal case, a past general counsel for a parking-garage company and a former host at far-right One America News."

From Salon

Daniels said having his charges dismissed in Georgia should improve Hobbs’ standing in the federal case.

From Seattle Times

The federal case amounts to a “failed memory test,” not illegal activities.

From Seattle Times

Attorney’s Office provided details about the federal case.

From Seattle Times