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How to pronounce dolly in American English

“dolly” pronunciation by American speakers

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“dolly” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. interrupted, leading to a blackout on the dolly.

    NTSB

  2. So there's our little plane on its tow dolly.

    Smithsonian Air & Space

  3. whether there's a spring production of Hello Dolly in the

    NASA

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