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The Story Behind That Popular Phrase: "Cock And Bull Story" by CelestineNelson: 12:56pm On Dec 13, 2023 |
When someone says, "that's a cock and bull story," they mean that the story or explanation is unbelievable, fabricated, or likely untrue. It implies skepticism or disbelief in the narrative being presented. For Instance: Your employee Jake😂 eagerly entered the office on Monday morning, claiming he had been abducted by aliens over the weekend. He passionately described the extraterrestrial encounter, complete with vivid details of the spacecraft's interior and conversations with the alien beings. However, his coworkers, skeptical and exchanging dubious glances, eventually concluded that Jake's elaborate tale was nothing more than a wild and unbelievable cock and bull story. Origin The origin of the phrase "cock and bull story" dates back to the 17th century. It is believed to have originated from two inns in England: the Cock Inn and the Bull Inn. According to the story, these inns were situated close to each other, and travelers would share exaggerated and improbable tales while enjoying drinks at these establishments. Over time, the phrase evolved to describe any fanciful or implausible story. The association with the inns highlights the notion that such narratives were often concocted in a relaxed and convivial atmosphere, possibly fueled by alcohol, rather than being grounded in reality. Hope you learned something... 17 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: The Story Behind That Popular Phrase: "Cock And Bull Story" by Manigie: 1:13pm On Dec 13, 2023 |
I did, used to think it was from JohnBull |
Re: The Story Behind That Popular Phrase: "Cock And Bull Story" by Balablue64: 2:12pm On Dec 13, 2023 |
Lol op if you don't know ask they will tell you. Covk and bull story is because in the animal kingdom cock wanted to quarrel with bull but bull said no i cannot quarrel with you am too big. So lizard now said what are cock and bull discussing, it must be a 'cock and bull story' that's how cock and bull story came the origin of it. 3 Likes |
Re: The Story Behind That Popular Phrase: "Cock And Bull Story" by CandidAdmin(m): 3:50pm On Dec 13, 2023 |
How do we know you aren't telling a cock and bull story 17 Likes |
Re: The Story Behind That Popular Phrase: "Cock And Bull Story" by APOPTOSIS: 4:33pm On Dec 13, 2023 |
CandidAdmin:🤣🤣🤣🤣 3 Likes |
Re: The Story Behind That Popular Phrase: "Cock And Bull Story" by APOPTOSIS: 4:34pm On Dec 13, 2023 |
CelestineNelson:Yes! Thanks Greatly, I learned yours is a CocK & Bull Story. |
Re: The Story Behind That Popular Phrase: "Cock And Bull Story" by Nicepoker(m): 4:59pm On Dec 13, 2023 |
Op just gave us another cock and bull story. ![]() |
Re: The Story Behind That Popular Phrase: "Cock And Bull Story" by orohbirodeysmel: 6:05pm On Dec 13, 2023 |
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Re: The Story Behind That Popular Phrase: "Cock And Bull Story" by brain54(m): 6:42pm On Dec 13, 2023 |
So many origins... On how this idiom began. I have read a couple of them! |
Re: The Story Behind That Popular Phrase: "Cock And Bull Story" by hardbody: 8:14pm On Dec 13, 2023 |
CelestineNelson: I just read another k0ck n bull story |
Re: The Story Behind That Popular Phrase: "Cock And Bull Story" by bluefilm: 8:22pm On Dec 13, 2023 |
I'll rather listen to a bala and blue story |
Re: The Story Behind That Popular Phrase: "Cock And Bull Story" by Jackossky(m): 9:24pm On Dec 13, 2023 |
Well, I won't say this is a cock and bull story but we all know this is a ... ![]() |
Re: The Story Behind That Popular Phrase: "Cock And Bull Story" by Magnoliaa(f): 10:38pm On Dec 13, 2023 |
brain54: Exactly. There's no consensus. |
Re: The Story Behind That Popular Phrase: "Cock And Bull Story" by blowjohn(m): 11:01pm On Dec 13, 2023 |
Balablue64: Ur wrong. The problem was the bull. There has always been Red Bull but no red cock. Rumours flew round that there wud be red cock back in the 40s but it never materialized. |
Re: The Story Behind That Popular Phrase: "Cock And Bull Story" by Blueace247(f): 11:18pm On Dec 13, 2023 |
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Re: The Story Behind That Popular Phrase: "Cock And Bull Story" by Emetex22(m): 11:21pm On Dec 13, 2023 |
Cock and Bull explanation 1 Like
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Re: The Story Behind That Popular Phrase: "Cock And Bull Story" by Rexymania(m): 9:36am On Dec 14, 2023 |
Thanks, I've learnt something today |
Re: The Story Behind That Popular Phrase: "Cock And Bull Story" by madscientist88(m): 10:21am On Dec 14, 2023 |
interesting reveal even though i would have requested for a verified link to read on this, none the less the circumstances surrounding the narrative sounds convincing,i just learned. |
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