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How to pronounce facto in American English

“facto” pronunciation by American speakers

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“facto” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. There's lots of de facto laws out there and marrying that notion of de facto laws

    Dept of Justice

  2. So is this de facto policy of the Committee then?

    Federal Reserve

  3. neglect, of abuse by Hamas, the de facto governing authority.

    State Department

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