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How to pronounce contempt in American English
“contempt” pronunciation by American speakers
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“contempt” in real sentences — American speakers
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worthy of contempt and condemnation.
The Obama White House
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contempt of Congress over the dissent channel cable.
State Department
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and treating our petitions for the redress of grievances with contempt.
US National Archives
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