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How to pronounce dearly in American English
“dearly” pronunciation by American speakers
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“dearly” in real sentences — American speakers
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It costs this country dearly.
The Obama White House
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My wife and I miss it dearly.
State Department
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Each year invasive species cost America dearly.
USDA
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