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Doorbell

/dˈɔˌrbɛl/
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(noun) A bell, buzzer, or chime device mounted on or adjacent to a door's exterior, meant to be rung by a visitor to announce one's presence.

Just after putting away the dishes, Joan heard the doorbell ring.
I was about to leave when the doorbell rang.
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Just after putting away the dishes, Joan heard the ____ ring.

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