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How to pronounce dalai in American English
“dalai” pronunciation by American speakers
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“dalai” in real sentences — American speakers
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process of the Dalai Lama.
State Department
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While you were talking, the Dalai Lama posted to his Instagram -- yes, the Dalai Lama
The Obama White House
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Ma or the Dalai Lama pretty amazing.
NIH
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