Storm In A Teacup

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The internet slang termStorm in a Teacup” refers to making a big fuss or creating a lot of noise about a relatively unimportant issue or situation. It implies that someone is blowing a small problem out of proportion and making it seem much bigger and more significant than it actually is.

Example 1:
Jim: Did you hear about Sarah’s reaction to not getting invited to the party?
Lisa: Yeah, I did. She’s really making a storm in a teacup about it. It’s just a small gathering, not a big deal.

Example 2:
Mike: I can’t believe the heated argument going on in the comments section over a grammar mistake in that article.
Sara: I know, right? People really love creating storms in a teacup on the internet. It’s not worth all the drama.

Synonyms:
uproar, commotion, fuss, drama, brouhaha, tempest, kerfuffle
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