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How to pronounce effigy

“effigy” pronunciation in American, British and Australian English

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“effigy” in real sentences

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  1. >> appeared Oh, as an effigy.

    The Graham Norton Show

  2. referred to as the effigy bodies since they were I believe originally found on an effigy

    Morgan Donner

  3. That you're getting burned in effigy because.

    Penguin Books UK

  4. little knitted effigy of myself called woollen knoll

    Taskmaster

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