tell a story

Example Sentences

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

From MarketWatch • May 15, 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

These films are not trying to have a wide effect on moviegoers, much less strive for something timeless; they simply want to tell a story and do it in an entertaining way.

From Salon • Mar. 19, 2026

They tell a story of a society under acute economic stress, where the old engines of growth have stopped working.

From BBC • Feb. 5, 2026

Colin couldn't tell a story to save his life, admittedly, but at least he'd heard of transitions.

From "An Abundance of Katherines" by John Green