BELLS AND WHISTLES Synonyms: 54 Similar and Opposite Words

bells and whistles

plural noun

as in emblazonry

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Recent Examples of bells and whistles Indeed, this one has arrived with the bells and whistles that typically elude the rollout of a Gray movie; its mix of bold classical filmmaking and rich memoiristic undertones is ideal for placing the movie in the context of his career. — David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 26 Sep. 2026 The fair, also known as the Great Minnesota Get-Together, has many bells and whistles such as exhibits, competitions, concerts, rides, and more. — Bianca Harris, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2026 During the rainy morning, officers showed off the three-story headquarters’ bells and whistles as neighborhood ducks waddled through the parking garage and splashed in puddles. — Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 9 Sep. 2026 The bells and whistles are part of that equation, to be sure. — Parker Gabriel, Denver Post, 8 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bells and whistles

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“Bells and whistles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bells%20and%20whistles. Accessed 21 Oct. 2026.

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