To make a long story short, I started going out with her.

To make a long story short, they were two of a kind.

It wouldn't make as good a story if they were human.

The news media are making quite a story of it.

To make a long story short we came to an understanding.

Another time I might even make a story out of it, but right now.

Which is exactly what made it such a good story.

But why should I make a long story of it?

At least this will make a good story in her middle years.

Well, at this point we may make a long story short.