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How to pronounce builds in American English

“builds” pronunciation by American speakers

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  1. Builds, you know, builds enthusiasm over being green.

    The Obama White House

  2. Your presence here builds the bridges, builds the relationships, and builds the partnerships that advance our

    Dept of Justice

  3. that builds relationships amongst our staff it builds trust it builds confidence in our counterparts abilities

    FTC

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