Sirens

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1. In classical mythology, evil creatures who lived on a rocky island, singing in beautiful voices in an effort to lure sailors to shipwreck and death. Odysseus ordered his crew to plug their ears to escape the Sirens' fatal song.

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Figuratively, a “siren” is a beautiful or tempting woman; a “siren song” is any irresistible distraction.

Example Sentences

The title of "Sirens" refers to Devon and Simone's version of an SOS and, of course, it also evokes the mythical figures famous for luring sailors to their deaths with their otherworldly voices.

From Salon • Jun. 5, 2025

Sirens blared, instructing residents to evacuate to higher ground, but Osada returned to his neighborhood in search of his daughter.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2025

Team Bath, Severn Stars, Strathclyde Sirens and Surrey Storm were not selected to be part of the league, while Forest and Panthers are new additions.

From BBC • Mar. 14, 2025

Sirens will sound in the event of an evacuation, and officers will go door to door to make sure everyone has cleared the area, Garfield County Sheriff Eric Houston said.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 10, 2024

Sirens wailed in the background, closing in with every whistle.

From "The Rock and the River" by Kekla Magoon