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How to pronounce actor in American English

“actor” pronunciation by American speakers

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  1. actor, or non-state actor.

    State Department

  2. have a U.S based actor you have a foreign actor that's attacking that actor that's uh

    Dept of Justice

  3. -- who does not need an introduction, a famous actor; an accomplished actor.

    The Obama White House

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