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How to pronounce barriers in American English

“barriers” pronunciation by American speakers

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  1. and that means breaking down barriers to -- everything from educational barriers to literal distance barriers

    CDC

  2. We’re trying to take down barriers – financial barriers, non-tariff barriers – and create open markets

    State Department

  3. barriers go, I think things like this help break down the barriers.

    The Obama White House

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