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How to pronounce apocalyptic in American English
“apocalyptic” pronunciation by American speakers
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“apocalyptic” in real sentences — American speakers
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a post apocalyptic scene.
FEMA
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ground was an "apocalyptic disaster."
The Obama White House
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apocalyptic rhetoric from him repeatedly.
State Department
Why real speech
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