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How to pronounce devastate in American English
“devastate” pronunciation by American speakers
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“devastate” in real sentences — American speakers
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which to devastate the base below.
The Obama White House
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devastate Ukrainian homes, energy grids, and ports.
State Department
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This drug is designed to destroy This drug is designed to devastate.
Dept of Justice
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