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to shoot a line about something
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to lie, exaggerate, or boast about something
Dialect
British
British
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "shoot a line about something" and when to use it?
The origin of the idiom "shoot a line about something" does not have a widely recognized or established origin, but it is used to refer to the act of telling a story or engaging in conversation, often with a sense of exaggeration or fabrication. It suggests that the speaker is presenting information that may not be entirely truthful or accurate.
Examples
He loves to shoot a line about his fishing adventures, but we all know he rarely catches anything.
She's always shooting a line about her accomplishments, trying to impress others with her exaggerated stories.
