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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Landa-Rodriguez, 60, was acquitted in one federal case.

From Los Angeles Times

This is similar to another federal case against Uber a few years ago that helped set up the precedent for the current case.

From Salon

His sentencing in the federal case is scheduled for 17 November.

From BBC

While other federal lawsuits have been brought against Tesla alleging its Autopilot played a role in fatal crashes, the Florida case which Tesla appealed on Friday was the first federal case of its kind to go to a jury.

From BBC

Supervisor Kathryn Barger, one of three current supervisors who were on the board at the time, said she’s watching the federal case closely to make sure the county’s “contracting processes uphold the highest ethical standards.”

From Los Angeles Times