Phrases Sharing Personal Stories or Memories

To cut a long story short...

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Meaning

To summarize a lengthy narrative.

Example sentences

John: Let me tell you about my day.

Alice: I'm listening.

John: Well, I had several meetings, a few unexpected delays, and then... to cut a long story short, I missed my train.

Alice: Oh dear! To cut a long story short, what happened after that?