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How to pronounce annihilation in American English

“annihilation” pronunciation by American speakers

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“annihilation” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. that of Soviet strategic annihilation.

    Smithsonian Air & Space

  2. doomed to failure and annihilation," and described Israel as a "Zionist regime;" as a "rabid dog

    The Obama White House

  3. an Annihilation has of antimatter has about 10 to the 10th times as much energy as

    NSF

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