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How to pronounce decidedly in American English
“decidedly” pronunciation by American speakers
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“decidedly” in real sentences — American speakers
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ELECTED HAS BEEN DECIDEDLY MIXED.
National Archives
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I'm decidedly an amateur athlete myself, unfortunately.
The Obama White House
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nudge Georgia toward a decidedly radical position on this.
State Department
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