make something of it

make something of it

To elevate a disagreement into a fight, usually without it being warranted. Any time Linda suffers a perceived slight, she wants to make something of it, like the world is conspiring against her. A: "What did you call me?" B: "You heard me. You want to make something of it?"
See also: make, of, something
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • a difference of opinion
  • have an argument
  • have an argument (with someone)
  • have a grudge (against one)
  • have a beef with (someone or something)
  • move up in the world
  • rise (up) in the world
  • come up in the world
  • get on in the company
  • get on in the world