Thursday, April 10, 2008

 

Bells and whistles

When you want to describe someone having on all the extras you say "he has all the Bells and whistles. When describing objects with attractive features such as computer programs or luxury cars you can say they come with all the Bells and Whistles.

Example

(A) Are you ready for Fred's wedding?

(B) I have the tux, shoes, cummerbun, bow tie and all the Bells and Whistles for a formal.

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