Once upon a time...

Meaning

Beginning of a story.

Examples

• John: 'Let me tell you a story. <b>Once upon a time</b>, there was a princess...'<br>
• Alice: 'I love stories!'
• John: 'Wow!'
• Alice: 'I read a very interesting story. <b>Once upon a time</b>, there was a magical forest...'<br>