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How to pronounce barney in British English

“barney” pronunciation by British speakers

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“barney” in real sentences — British speakers

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  1. to what Barney Crockett had to say?

    The Scottish Parliament

  2. the letter and Barney Cox always used to speak in this rather sort of doleful way

    UK Parliament

  3. michelle barney has agreed both to the intensification of talks and also and also uh to

    UK Parliament

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