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How to pronounce dea in American English

“dea” pronunciation by American speakers

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“dea” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. including DEA New York DEA Mexico DEA diversion control division DEA special testing and research laboratory

    Dept of Justice

  2. So the DEA -- -- our law enforcement officials -- -- good job, DEA.

    The Obama White House

  3. But you mentioned the DEA office.

    State Department

Words that sound like “dea”

Words one sound away from dea — the pairs that are easy to mix up. Listen to them back to back.

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