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How to pronounce alleviation in British English
“alleviation” pronunciation by British speakers
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“alleviation” in real sentences — British speakers
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Members talked about poverty alleviation.
The Scottish Parliament
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Last week, the Government signed off the outline business case for the River Thames flooding alleviation
UK Parliament
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