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How to pronounce earnestly in American English

“earnestly” pronunciation by American speakers

Listen to earnestly the way American speakers say it — in real sentences from public video clips that play here, on YouTongue.

“earnestly” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. So these are some information pieces that we are earnestly seeking.

    US Fish & Wildlife Service

  2. I earnestly ask for your prayers for me and for my family.

    State Department

  3. And my hope, earnestly, has been that it would change the country.

    The Obama White House

Words that sound like “earnestly”

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