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How to pronounce arrested in British English

“arrested” pronunciation by British speakers

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“arrested” in real sentences — British speakers

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  1. people you might get arrested or they might get arrested.

    The Scottish Parliament

  2. protesters were arrested.

    The Scottish Parliament

  3. of being arrested and re-arrested and re-arrested um it and is a different form of torture

    UK Parliament

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