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well-told

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[wel-tohld] / ˈwɛlˈtoʊld /

adjective

  1. (of a story, anecdote, or the like) told in a way that is skillful, entertaining, faithful to events, etc.


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In others, it is about the drama and suspense of a well-told tale, or riveting sound effects.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 29, 2025

The reasoning behind Crawley's continued selection is now well-told.

From BBC • Nov. 25, 2025

He’s written books before, but Werner Herzog’s first full-on memoir is a must-have for cineastes or anyone who appreciates well-told, highly digressive tales with perhaps a grain or two of untruth.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 1, 2023

Sometimes comfort lies in the deliciousness of a well-told revenge drama.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 7, 2023

But we do have time for a well-told lie.

From "Allegiant" by Veronica Roth

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