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How to pronounce eats in American English

“eats” pronunciation by American speakers

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“eats” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. eats up—she lives in Chicago—eats up a lot of her money.

    Dept of Justice

  2. Design EATs for local conditions.

    FAA

  3. So the Velcro eats the socks.

    Smithsonian Air & Space

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