A Cock and Bull Story

"A Cock and Bull Story" is a phrase that describes a story or explanation that is exaggerated, confusing, or hard to believe—often a tall tale or a fabrication. It suggests that the details are either far-fetched or amusingly implausible, much like fantastic or humorous fabrications. The phrase originates from the idea of two characters, a cock (rooster) and a bull, telling unlikely stories that are full of exaggeration. In broader use, it refers to narratives or accounts that are complicated, unreliable, or crafted to entertain or deceive.