How to pronounce defer in American English
“defer” pronunciation by American speakers
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“defer” in real sentences — American speakers
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So I would defer-- I would defer to them.
State Department
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>> I would defer to others.
CDC
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a diagnosis, you may defer for up to -- you don't need to defer immediately.
FAA
Words that sound like “defer”
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