bells

Example Sentences

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Sirens blared, horns honked, and church bells pealed.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

He described not winning the title in the ring as "bitter-sweet", adding: Saturday night, I can have the full bells and whistles.

From BBC • May 7, 2026

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

“This is the door to the ballroom,” he said, pointing to the future entrance to the $400 million addition to the White House, elaborating on all the bells and whistles the building will have.

From Slate • Apr. 30, 2026

“Mrs. Brenner told me about your roommate. I heard the police bells last night, but my parents wouldn’t let me leave our flat. What happened? Is he going to be okay?”

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros