with\ bells\ on

with\ bells\ on
adv. phr. informal
With enthusiasm; eager or ready and in the best of spirits for an event.

"Will you come to the farewell party I'm giving for Billy?" asked Jerry. "I'll be there with bells on," replied Ed.


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