2006-12-23 14:00:08 · 9 answers · asked by sddavesd 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
and you are actually interested in why
2006-12-23 14:06:53 · update #1
It could either be two things: (1.) it really is a long story and the person doesn't want to go through the details again or (2.) the person could be uncomfortable in telling you all the details of the story but it doesn't immediately mean the he/she doesn't like you. I suggest that you respect this person don't press on to know the story.
2006-12-23 14:05:56 · answer #1 · answered by Andrea 6 · 7⤊ 0⤋
I often use "it's a long story" when I don't feel like talking about it in depth at that point or when I've just finished discussing it with Person A and Person B walks in on the very end and wants to know what we were talking about. Sometimes I add "I'll tell you later" though.
2006-12-23 15:04:33 · answer #2 · answered by J-Dawn 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I wouldnt think so. Maybe it depends on the circumstances, are they able to tell you the whole story, or is there some kind of obstacle in the way such as someone overhearing? Maybe they just dont want to bore you. Its hard to say without knowing all the details
2006-12-23 14:04:33 · answer #3 · answered by ang 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't think it means that they don' t like you, although on occasions it could, it could also mean that they are tired of explaining or going into details, or they are just preparing the listener to pay close attention.
2006-12-23 14:05:10 · answer #4 · answered by julita 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Nup it normally means they just can't be bothered or are too busy to tell the story.
2006-12-23 14:07:34 · answer #5 · answered by gingin 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It probably means it IS a long story.
Maybe they aren't comfortable sharing it.
It doesn't mean they don't like you.
2006-12-23 14:02:27 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
no because that person might fell titred or angry or emational when they are telling you the story.
2006-12-24 04:50:28 · answer #7 · answered by WEEDG 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't be ridiculous. It just means they would rather not tell you.
2006-12-23 14:07:49 · answer #8 · answered by Mom 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋