What is another word for cock-and-bull story?
Pronunciation: [kˈɒkandbˈʊl stˈɔːɹɪ] (IPA) 
A "cock-and-bull story" is an exaggerated, improbable, or far-fetched tale that is difficult to believe. There are several synonyms that can be used to describe such stories, such as "tall tale," "yarn," "fairy tale," "fantasy," "whopper," "fish story," "fabrication," "invention," "myth," "legend," "exaggeration," "embellishment," and "hyperbole." These terms are often used interchangeably, although some of them may carry slightly different connotations or emphasize different aspects of the story. Regardless of the term used, a cock-and-bull story is usually intended to entertain or deceive the listener, rather than convey factual information.
