Reel out
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Negative Tone
Used to express disapproval or tediousness about someone's prolonged speech or writing.
During the meeting, he just reeled out meaningless numbers.
Pro Tip 2/3Figurative Usage
It's a metaphorical expression—no actual reeling involved, but the speech is drawn out like a long thread.
At the reunion, Uncle Joe reeled out old war stories.
Pro Tip 3/3Boredom Implication
Suggests that listeners may find the information repetitive or uninteresting.
She reeled out her travel tales, oblivious to our yawns.
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