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How to pronounce bequest

“bequest” pronunciation in British, Australian and American English

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“bequest” in real sentences

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  1. Dumbledore left you a second bequest.

    Vanity Fair

  2. use value precautionary values bequest values and existence

    Geoscience Australia

  3. bequest to the University of Strathclyde to advance quantum technology research.

    The Scottish Parliament

  4. This astonishing map, it arrived in the Bodleian by bequest in 1659.

    British Library

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