To cut a long story short...

Meaning

In short...

Examples

• John: So, I met this guy, and we talked for hours...
• Alice: Oh really? Tell me everything!
• John: <b>To cut a long story short</b>, we’re going on a date next week.
• Alice: Wow! That's great! So, <b>to cut a long story short</b>, you met someone special.