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make a mountain out of (a) molehill
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British pronunciation/mˌeɪk ɐ mˈaʊntɪn ˌaʊtəv ɐ mˈəʊlhɪl/
American pronunciation/mˌeɪk ɐ mˈaʊntɪn ˌaʊɾəv ɐ mˈoʊlhɪl/
to make a mountain out of (a) molehill
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to make a problem appear more serious or dangerous than it actually is
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to [make] a mountain out of (a|) molehill definition and meaning

What is the origin of the idiom "make a mountain out of a molehill" and when to use it?

The idiom "make a mountain out of a molehill" originated in the 16th century and has been in use since then. This phrase draws upon the contrast between a tiny molehill, which is a small mound created by burrowing animals, and a towering mountain, highlighting the tendency of some individuals to amplify the importance of minor matters, often causing unnecessary worry or concern.

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I told him about his demotion and as you can expect, he made a mountain out of molehill again and said that he'll resign tomorrow.
He made a mountain out of a molehill when he saw a small scratch on his new car, acting as if it were a major accident.
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