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How to pronounce drastic in British English
“drastic” pronunciation by British speakers
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“drastic” in real sentences — British speakers
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identified a drastic shortage of deaf teachers.
UK Parliament
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that the cuts have been less drastic.
The Scottish Parliament
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concluded that “only swift and drastic action can avert irrevocable damage to world”.
The Scottish Parliament
Why real speech
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