Phrases Sharing Personal Stories or Memories

To make a long story short...

A2

Meaning

I will summarize a lengthy event.

Example sentences

John: So, I went to the airport, missed my flight, then the next one was delayed...

Alice: Oh dear! What happened next?

John: To make a long story short, I arrived 12 hours late and missed the conference.

Alice: Wow! To make a long story short, that sounds like a terrible day.