Synonyms for song and dance

Most common

fuss · fairy story · cock-and-bull story · federal case · tap dance

Synonyms by meaning

Noun

Definitions

1. n. 1

   A display of unnecessary excitement or activity.

2. n. 2

   An excessively elaborate story or excuse used to justify something.

Example sentences

• fuss It doesn't become a gentleman to fuss over trifles.

By length

4 letters

fuss¹

7 letters

palaver