How to pronounce detract in American English
“detract” pronunciation by American speakers
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“detract” in real sentences — American speakers
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detract -- attract investment, or detract investment.
The Obama White House
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Or they detract from their recovery.
NIH
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might detract from health benefits of the playground.
CDC
Words that sound like “detract”
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Why real speech
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