It all started when...

Meaning

Used to begin a story.

Examples

• John: 'How did you meet your spouse?'<br>
• Alice: '<b>It all started when</b> we were both studying abroad in Italy.'
• John: '<b>It all started when</b> I was clearing out my grandfather's attic.'
• Alice: 'Where did you get that antique watch?'<br>