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How to pronounce brains in American English

“brains” pronunciation by American speakers

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“brains” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. really analytical brains to the process-oriented brains.

    NIST

  2. brains and researchers working in the clinic with human brains can really pay some dividends.

    The Obama White House

  3. students brains and between students brains is predicted by a number of factors relating to classroom

    NSF

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