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How to pronounce cortex in American English

“cortex” pronunciation by American speakers

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  1. cortex, executive functioning.

    The Obama White House

  2. cortex, and in males there's more gray matter in the anterior cingulate cortex.

    NIH

  3. Specifically, exposure can lead to physical losses in the prefrontal cortex and interior cingulate cortex.

    CDC

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