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How to pronounce bow in British English

“bow” pronunciation by British speakers

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“bow” in real sentences — British speakers

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  1. Aberdeen bow hidden under a fake normal bow until the day that she was launched.

    The Scottish Parliament

  2. rule bill for example uh she or he will bow at the bar bow halfway up

    UK Parliament

  3. Lord bow my head like that in the house Lords would bow back and we'd all

    UK Parliament

Words that sound like “bow”

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