Pull Someone's Leg

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Hey, Al. I was invited to be a judge for the Miss America Beauty Pageant!

Oh, really? Come on, you’re pulling my leg!

No, honestly. Do you really think that I’m trying to fool you with a ridiculous story?

Well, you’ve told me foolish stories before.

I can assure you that this one is for real.