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How to pronounce basis in American English

“basis” pronunciation by American speakers

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  1. basis, a regional basis, and a global basis.

    State Department

  2. be conducted on a proactive basis, a proactive basis.

    CDC

  3. basis, on a business basis and on a personal basis, I've gotten to know them and

    FEMA

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