eight bells
Example Sentences
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The USS Olympia, which had carried the body from France, rang out eight bells — a traditional salute to the fallen.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 10, 2021
They ring eight bells, so they rang eight bells and he said: “Admiral the United States Navy departing.”
From MSNBC • Oct. 16, 2019
The largest of the eight bells is called Elizabeth.
From BBC • May 23, 2012
We have a very fine ring of eight bells at Sharrow and a lot of people come from far and near to ring them.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2011
At eight bells, when Mr. Collins relieved him, Nat stumbled below, surprised to find he was utterly exhausted.
From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham
