English Explanatory Dictionary

sweat the small stuff

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To worry about petty issues or insignificant matters.

Pronunciation

En-au-sweat the small stuff.ogg

Word forms

sweat the small stuff sweats the small stuff sweating the small stuff sweated the small stuff

Etymology

From the idea that small stuff, or small-diameter cordage used in sailing, should not be tightened by sweating, i. e. pulling the rope perpendicular to its length, as one does to pull large-diameter rope tight.

Related words

don't sweat the small stuff
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