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a likely story
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a way of saying that one does not believe something because it sounds too unbelievable or exaggerated
Idiom
Informal
What is the origin of the idiom "a likely story" and when to use it?
The exact origin of the idiom "a likely story" is not precisely documented. It has been in common usage for many years and has been used to express skepticism or doubt about the credibility of a statement or explanation that seems improbable.
Examples
You lost your homework because a bird flew away with it? A likely story.
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