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How to pronounce bourne in British English
“bourne” pronunciation by British speakers
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“bourne” in real sentences — British speakers
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congratulating Katy Bourne and all successful candidates.
UK Parliament
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So at stage two, the bill was amended to give Bourne Naggalic a duty to provide
The Scottish Parliament
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least on the river terms at Bourne End, Kate refused to help the local Liberal candidate
UK Parliament
Words that sound like “bourne”
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