bells

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Some U.S. officials said the Sparta’s resupply mission didn’t raise alarm bells, because the Syrian government’s ties with Moscow are known and the military equipment is far from American interests primarily in the country’s northeast.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

Kira Krown, a consumer education specialist at the FTC, says that although scams differ in so many ways, there are a few common characteristics that should set off alarm bells for you.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

She suggested he buy little vintage bells that he now cherishes and displays in his home.

From Los Angeles Times • 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

The prairie was speckled with purple prairie crocus, yellow bells, and furry kittentails I couldn’t resist petting as I passed.

From "Hattie Big Sky" by Kirby Larson