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US
/ˈteɪɫ/
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[ UK /tˈeɪl/ ]
[ UK /tˈeɪl/ ]
NOUN
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a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
Disney's stories entertain adults as well as children
his narrative was interesting -
a trivial lie
he told a fib about eating his spinach
how can I stop my child from telling stories?
How To Use tale In A Sentence
- A few talented writers en dowed with originality and exceptional animation, a few brilliant efforts, isolated, without following, interrupted and recommenced, did not suffice to endow a nation with a solid and imposing basis of literary wealth. Literary and Philosophical Essays: French, German and Italian
- Revenge is a by-the-book sequel, crowbarring in all of the memorable features of the first movie, spicing them up with even more ludicrous ultra violence and adding a few new twists to the tale.
- Back in our world, custom has perhaps staled Shakespeare's infinite variety a bit.
- Week two, however, was just a killer and has me doubting the talent in a lot of areas that I thought were all set.
- [456] A mina was a little over £4; 60 minas made a talent. The Eleven Comedies, Volume 1
- A person should set his goals as early as he can and devote all his energy and talent to getting there. With enough effort, he may achieve it. Or he may find something that is even more rewarding. But in the end, no matter what the outcome, he will know he has been alive. Walt Disney
- There was a powerful smell of stale beer.
- That said, the chemistry between the two brings a thrilling tingle of excitement to the tale. Times, Sunday Times
- There was something captivating about this man, who dedicated much of his time to his artistic talents, his creative genius, and photographic exhibits.
- More volunteers follow with lurid tales of domestic mishaps, each earning applause. Times, Sunday Times