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How to pronounce briefs in American English

“briefs” pronunciation by American speakers

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“briefs” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. of standup briefs and pre- briefs and step briefs and a debrief culture that helps us

    U.S. Air Force

  2. We produce briefs exploring specific topics.

    Census Bureau

  3. The weather guy stands up and he briefs space weather and/or he briefs the weather but

    Smithsonian Air & Space

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