about the size of it

about the size of it

An approximately accurate version of a situation, event, or circumstance. It generally is used as a summing up: “That’s about the size of it.”
See also: of, size
The Dictionary of Clichés by Christine Ammer
See also:
  • tie (one) to (something)
  • tie to
  • in a sticky situation
  • date with destiny
  • auspicious occasion
  • batting on a sticky wicket
  • come full circle
  • come/go full circle
  • full circle, come/go
  • it is what it is