out of (all) proportion (to something)

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out of (all) proportion (to something) — idiom

1. This phrase describes a situation where something is much bigger or more serious

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Definition

This phrase describes a situation where something is much bigger or more serious than it should be when compared to something else.

Example

Maya's reaction to the small mistake was out of all proportion.

The cost of the repairs was out of proportion to the damage.