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How to pronounce centenary in British English
“centenary” pronunciation by British speakers
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could do to welcome the centenary and give this fantastic organisation a big centenary boost.
UK Parliament
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John Maclean, whose centenary we celebrate this year.
The Scottish Parliament
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