bells

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But classic feels too fusty and self-conscious, even though “Hokum” has all the tropes: looming figures, clanging bells, ominous dumbwaiters.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

As bells rang out across the Vatican and the crowd applauded, Leo concluded his blessing by offering Easter greetings in several languages, including Latin, Arabic and Chinese.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

His younger brother, who lives outside Seattle, also can’t stand stop-start, including in his 2022 Outback “with all the fancy bells and whistles and cameras.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

But the alarm bells are ringing within OpenAI’s offices too, which have been locked in “code red” mode since December.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

In his mind he could hear the chime of the magic, like bells in his ears.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova