It's a long and winding tale...

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Used to introduce a complicated or convoluted story.

John: So, what happened at the conference?

Alice: It's a long and winding tale... but let's just say there were many unexpected turns.

John: Oh? I'm intrigued. Do tell!

Alice: Well, to start, It's a long and winding tale... involving a misplaced document and a very confused delegate.

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