tell a tall tale

He loves to **tell tall tales** about his adventures.

Idiom Truth

Meaning

to tell an exaggerated or false story

He loves to tell tall tales about his adventures.

to say something to someone; to give information or instructions

having a greater than average height

a narrative of imaginary events, especially one that is presented as true

to announce one’s intention to compete for a position or office

to influence the outcome of a situation

a person who only works becomes dull and boring

to try something without knowing the result

to create the base or starting point for something

to tell someone all your private feelings or secrets