“Make a long story short”

Definition

To summarize briefly.

Examples

Examples

“To make a long story short, we won.”

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Frequently asked questions

What does "Make a long story short" mean?
"Make a long story short" means to summarize briefly..
How do you use "Make a long story short" in a sentence?
Example: "To make a long story short, we won."
What is the Russian or Armenian translation of "Make a long story short"?
Короче говоря. / Կարճ ասած։
Is this idiom formal or informal?
This idiom is neutral and can be used in most contexts.

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