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How to pronounce arctic in American English

“arctic” pronunciation by American speakers

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“arctic” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. Village Arctic Village Arctic Village And I am from Arctic Village, Alaska.

    US Fish & Wildlife Service

  2. What happens in the Arctic does not stay in the Arctic anymore.

    NASA

  3. The Press: Arctic drilling?

    The Obama White House

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