make a big thing about
Example Sentences
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"It was not my decision to make a big thing about coming out," he told the newspaper.
From BBC ● Sep. 2, 2016
“Don’t need to make a big thing about it,” he muttered.
From The New Yorker ● Aug. 22, 2016
"They didn't say anything anti-U.S. They didn't make a big thing about how the U.S. had failed to persuade its closest allies not to participate. Some of the facts just spoke for themselves."
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 15, 2015
“People make a big thing about going in on the first ballot, but it’s really more about getting in,” Faulk said.
From Washington Post ● Aug. 5, 2011
"People make a big thing about going in on the first ballot, but it's really more about getting in," Faulk said.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 5, 2011
