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How to pronounce bent in American English

“bent” pronunciation by American speakers

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“bent” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. bent, sort of, and they were bent.

    Smithsonian Air & Space

  2. the world better, and you have a mathematical bent, then use that bent to

    The Obama White House

  3. is essentially a bent pipe.

    NASA

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