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tall story

idiom

Synonym of tall tale (“a tale or story which is fantastic and greatly exaggerated; also, an account of questionable veracity; a lie, an untruth”).


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  1. 01

    Banbury story of a cock and a bull

    A roundabout, nonsensical story.

  2. 02

    break the story

    To be the first to address or publicize an issue, often a news story.

  3. 03

    change one's story

    To give an account of events different from the one previously recounted.

  4. 04

    cock-and-bull story

    A far-fetched and fanciful story or tale of highly dubious validity.

  5. 05

    cut down the tall poppy

    To belittle or undermine someone who is perceived as superior or more successful and accomplished.

  6. 06

    long story short

    Introducing a short version of, or simply the conclusion of, a relevant story.

  7. 07

    moral of the story

    The key lesson or message that an incident, situation or other happening conveys; a general takeaway point.

  8. 08

    ride tall in the saddle

    To act or conduct oneself in a manner that is imposing, impressive, resolute, or manly.

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