Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Sob Story.
Sob Story - as a noun
A sentimental story (or drama) of personal distress; designed to arouse sympathy
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
sob stuffExample Sentences
"The contestant's sob story about their difficult childhood moved the judges to tears."
"Don't fall for her sob story, she's just trying to get sympathy."
"He shared a heart-wrenching sob story about his struggle with addiction."
"The politician's sob story about growing up poor was seen as a ploy for votes."
"I've heard his sob story a hundred times, it's always the same."