bells
Example Sentences
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“They had these big bells around their necks and were dressed up in a way that made them look very regal and a bit ferocious.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 8, 2026
In other words, people may think they want trendy appliances, but they sometimes have lots of bells and whistles they don’t end up using.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 1, 2026
They scour dealerships for models with the fewest bells and whistles.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 30, 2026
She said she didn't want bells and whistles - or even a wedding dress.
From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026
She stares wistfully in the direction of the graveyard as the church bells ring, five minutes late, like usual.
From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish
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