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How to pronounce baton in British English

“baton” pronunciation by British speakers

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“baton” in real sentences — British speakers

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  1. um the Baton the Baton that I'm interested in in seeing is the moment at which

    UK Parliament

  2. other members will pick up that baton when they speak.

    The Scottish Parliament

  3. conservative leader the baton will be handed over in what has unexpectedly turned out to be

    10 Downing Street

Words that sound like “baton”

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Other forms of “baton”

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