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How to pronounce erratic in American English

“erratic” pronunciation by American speakers

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“erratic” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. You get, I guess, you just get slightly erratic.

    US Forest Service

  2. president, increasingly worried about erratic behavior, ignorance, penchant for lying.

    State Department

  3. The activity has been very erratic here in this general area.

    USGS

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