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How to pronounce eavesdrop

“eavesdrop” pronunciation in American and British English

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“eavesdrop” in real sentences

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  1. How can they sort of eavesdrop?

    Numberphile

  2. I couldn't eavesdrop on my real life.

    Vox

  3. I just I stop working and I just eavesdrop.

    The 92nd Street Y

  4. You are allowed to eavesdrop, but so is everyone else.

    TED

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