nonissue

[ non-ish-ooor, especially British, -is-yoo ]

noun

1. a matter or issue of little or no interest or importance:

   Whether the candidate is a woman or a man should be a nonissue.

Word History and Origins

Origin of nonissue¹

First recorded in 1960–65; non- + issue

Example Sentences

In an interview with the Times, Valadao said abortion was not an often talked about topic in his district and insisted that it was a “nonissue” for Californians.

From Los Angeles Times

In other words, this is a nonissue.

From Los Angeles Times

“The state of California isn’t going to change its rules anytime soon, so it’s a nonissue for most Californians,” Valadao said.

From Los Angeles Times

Easy—you latch on to a nonissue and frame it as a bold stand on behalf of the heartland, despite all evidence to the contrary.

From Slate

“This is a nonissue for broadband consumers, who have enjoyed an open internet for decades,” said Jonathan Spalter, the president of a broadband lobbying group, USTelecom.

From New York Times