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How to pronounce excessive in American English

“excessive” pronunciation by American speakers

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“excessive” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. or in excessive leverage or excessive risk-taking.

    Federal Reserve

  2. excessive thyroid hormone.

    FAA

  3. excessive force and that they failed to intervene to stop that excessive force.

    Dept of Justice

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