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How to pronounce contracting in American English

“contracting” pronunciation by American speakers

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“contracting” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. at forward contracting and other contracting markets.

    Dept of Justice

  2. contracting that goes on.

    The Obama White House

  3. and start re contracting?

    NSF

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