Meaning of the word "sob story" in English
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sob story
US /ˈsɑːb ˌstɔː.ri/
UK /ˈsɑːb ˌstɔː.ri/
Noun
1.
a story told to gain sympathy or to manipulate someone emotionally
Example:
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He always comes up with a sob story when he needs money.
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I'm tired of hearing your sob story every time you mess up.
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