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How to pronounce canvas in British English

“canvas” pronunciation by British speakers

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“canvas” in real sentences — British speakers

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  1. the problem is that the paintings are canvas they're all on canvas oil and canvas is

    UK Parliament

  2. That is a much broader canvas.

    The Scottish Parliament

  3. we are met with a great big blank canvas.

    The Scottish Parliament

Words that sound like “canvas”

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