Reel out

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To talk or write a lot about something in a way that is boring or annoying.

He reeled out the same old excuses.
Visual representation of "reel out" - To talk or write a lot about something in a way that is boring or annoying.

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  • reel out the same
  • reel out excuses
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Negative Tone

Used to express disapproval or tediousness about someone's prolonged speech or writing.

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During the meeting, he just reeled out meaningless numbers.
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Figurative Usage

It's a metaphorical expression—no actual reeling involved, but the speech is drawn out like a long thread.

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At the reunion, Uncle Joe reeled out old war stories.
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Boredom Implication

Suggests that listeners may find the information repetitive or uninteresting.

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She reeled out her travel tales, oblivious to our yawns.
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