Using one wrapping element, create multiline ellipses such that a '...' appears when text is overflown.
This particular example shows how it can be used in conjunction with complex effects like zebra-striping by using fixed background images and strict vertical rhythm.
It also implements a system of hidden checkboxes mapped to ellipsis text as labels to enable a 'click to expand' mechanism.
A Pen by Barney Carroll on CodePen.