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How to pronounce brad in American English

“brad” pronunciation by American speakers

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“brad” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. Brad Cole: So this is Brad Cole.

    Census Bureau

  2. - [Brad] Good morning, this is Brad Weatherby at NSA.

    US National Archives

  3. Brad, that is groundbreaking.

    Dept of Justice

Words that sound like “brad”

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