the small matter of (something)

the small matter of (something)

Said in reference to a rather large or important issue that has not yet been completed or addressed. A: "Thank you for your services, Jennings. My valet will show you out." B: "Thank you, sir. However, there is still the small matter of my pay for the last three months."
See also: matter, of, small
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • the little matter of (something)
  • you saved the day
  • thank you
  • thank (one's) lucky stars
  • thank lucky stars
  • thank one's lucky stars
  • thank your lucky stars
  • awfully
  • thank you awfully
  • thank