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How to pronounce again in American English

“again” pronunciation by American speakers

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“again” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. try again, and again, and again, and again until that light bulb finally goes

    The Obama White House

  2. once again out of the recession as they have done time and time again.

    Federal Reserve

  3. me clarify the will do it again. We may not do MSL next again

    NASA

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