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How to pronounce failing in American English

“failing” pronunciation by American speakers

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  1. up with people failing who really shouldn't be failing.

    FAA

  2. Girton-Mitchell: And we'd be talking about, you know, the failing schools, the failing schools, the failing

    The Obama White House

  3. failing to take off, Failing to start, didn't go anywhere.

    Smithsonian Air & Space

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