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How to pronounce circa in American English

“circa” pronunciation by American speakers

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“circa” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. this list of male and female nurses circa 1860 to circa 1890 which is kind of

    US National Archives

  2. of first generation hang gliders circa 1971.

    Smithsonian Air & Space

  3. the earliest piece it's pre-american Revolution um it's Circa 1770

    Voice of America

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