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How to pronounce approvingly

“approvingly” pronunciation in American and British English

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“approvingly” in real sentences

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  1. very, very approvingly, accepted this information.

    US Forest Service

  2. approvingly quoting second wave feminist Germaine Greer.

    ABC News In-depth

  3. but then, as Machiavelli approvingly noted, that was enough blood shed.

    The School of Life

  4. You cited approvingly John McCain's calling for Trump to apologize to veterans.

    The Obama White House

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