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How to pronounce emit in American English

“emit” pronunciation by American speakers

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“emit” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. carbon pollution they could emit.

    The Obama White House

  2. We know they emit X-rays.

    NASA

  3. of the same sources that directly emit PM.

    CDC

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