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How to pronounce expansive in American English

“expansive” pronunciation by American speakers

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“expansive” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. expansive in our response.

    Dept of Justice

  2. expansive authority to conduct investigations.

    The Obama White House

  3. Uh I would offer a little bit more expansive.

    NTSB

Words that sound like “expansive”

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