tell a story

Example Sentences

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But other years’ experiences tell a story of momentum reversals.

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

Mr. Herman knows how to tell a story, and in “Founder’s Fire” he tells this one well, making a strong argument for the ultimate source of American greatness: the freedom to pursue one’s dreams.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

Sonny Baker has just started to tell a story about a bike he bought from someone on Facebook Marketplace and a tomahawk steak when the video call goes dead.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

Halliday: I don’t think it’d be possible to tell a story without being conscious of any sort of parallels because we all watch the news, we’re all aware of the world we live in.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

Tendai thought it was a pleasant way to tell a story.

From "The Ear, the Eye, and the Arm" by Nancy Farmer