tell a story

Example Sentences

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“I also wanted to tell a story about grief and the emotional turmoil that it can create.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

But other years’ experiences tell a story of momentum reversals.

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

Mr. Herman knows how to tell a story, and in “Founder’s Fire” he tells this one well, making a strong argument for the ultimate source of American greatness: the freedom to pursue one’s dreams.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026

Pooja's story, he says, "is fictional, but it's the reality for millions of women" and with Kamlesh's character, "we wanted to tell a story of sisterhood".

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

The only time they found comfort was in the evenings, when Ba would tell a story to make the time pass faster.

From "Where the Mountain Meets the Moon" by Grace Lin