Blow something out of proportion
By Pamela, October 28 2019If you blow something out of proportion, then you make it seem more important than it actually is. We use this expression when someone overreacts or exaggerates the seriousness of a situation. As a result, the situation is given more attention than it deserves.
This expression can be used to refer to unfavorable behavior that occurs in both personal and professional contexts. For example: