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How to pronounce avuncular
“avuncular” pronunciation in American and British English
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“avuncular” in real sentences
36 clips in the index · 5 American · 3 British. Clips come from public YouTube videos — parliaments, government agencies and independent channels.
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you I'm your avuncular pal.
Team Coco
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I have always prided myself on giving avuncular advice to Mr Greer.
The Scottish Parliament
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You know, he kind of went to see later on, he looks avuncular.
The Royal Institution
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What if you took away the sort of avuncular adviser figure, which is such a staple
Talks at Google
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