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How to pronounce civilians in American English
“civilians” pronunciation by American speakers
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“civilians” in real sentences — American speakers
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It was all other civilians helping civilians.
FEMA
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of innocent civilians, even innocent Palestinian civilians.
The Obama White House
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Protecting defenseless civilians.
State Department
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