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Tall tale
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a story that a person cannot believe because it seems illogical or exaggerated
What is a "tall tale"?
A tall tale is a type of story known for its exaggerated and fantastical elements. These tales often feature characters with extraordinary abilities and improbable events, told in a humorous or entertaining way. Tall tales are characterized by their stretch of the truth, where ordinary situations are greatly exaggerated, creating a narrative that is hard to believe. The genre aims to entertain and amuse by presenting unlikely and unbelievable scenarios as if they were true, often highlighting the creativity and humor of the storyteller.
Example
After dinner she told me a tall tale about her pet.
He always tries to impress others by shooting a line about his extravagant lifestyle, but nobody believes his tall tales.
After his exaggerated fishing story, his friends said, "Do not make us laugh with your tall tales."
His story about wrestling a bear was a tall tale that no one believed.
The gullible child believed the tall tales told by their older siblings, unaware they were being misled.
