(that's a) likely story
(that's a) likely story
A phrase used to express disbelief of an excuse or explanation. He said he had to stay late at the office again. That's a likely story—he's probably out with his friends! The cat ate your science project? Likely story.
See also: likely, story
likely story
An exclamation of distrust or disbelief in someone's explanation or story. Albert: "Sorry I'm late. My car broke down half way here!" Sarah: "Yeah, likely story! I bet you just wanted to finish watching the football game on TV."
See also: likely, story
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
a likely story
used to express disbelief of an account or excuse.See also: likely, story
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
a ˈlikely story
(spoken, ironic) used for showing that you do not believe what somebody has said: They said they’d found the wallet on the ground outside the pub — a likely story!See also: likely, story
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
- a likely story
- likely
- likely story
- (my) right hand to God
- hand to God
- say it ain't so
- shut the front door
- Say it ain't so, Joe
- Say it ain't so, Joe!
- monkey's uncle, I'll be/am a