bells and whistles
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She said she didn't want bells and whistles - or even a wedding dress.
From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026
In 2020, a new United Kingdom tour led designers to revisit and adapt Björnson’s original spherical design with added bells and whistles.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 21, 2026
At an island resort such as Anantara Koh Yao Yai, a 90-minute Thai massage costs around $175, and comes with all the bells and whistles of luxury experience.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 21, 2026
Building costs are high enough as it is, without adding in extra bells and whistles.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 6, 2026
If you find it a breeze to write a simple sentence, but start hyperventilating when a few bells and whistles are added, you’re not alone.
From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner
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