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How to pronounce backgrounds in American English
“backgrounds” pronunciation by American speakers
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“backgrounds” in real sentences — American speakers
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backgrounds, experiences.
Dept of Justice
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from wealthy backgrounds.
The Obama White House
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and other secular backgrounds.
State Department
Other forms of “backgrounds”
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