cut a long story short
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Anyway, to cut a long story short: I felt obliged to make it work, especially given the gifts and time he invested.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 6, 2026
"To cut a long story short, we founded our relationship in that car. It became my safe space for conversation and shouting and apologising and crying," he tells the BBC.
From BBC • Jun. 25, 2023
“To cut a long story short, they found 37 lesions, some very deep & difficult to remove, & a chocolate cyst.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 8, 2023
To cut a long story short, me and George split up.
From Slate • Mar. 8, 2021
“But to cut a long story short, the adder stole the sword from him. That’s why I want to know about Asmodeus, you see.”
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
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