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How to pronounce fear in American English

“fear” pronunciation by American speakers

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“fear” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. out of fear, but let us never fear to negotiate."

    The Obama White House

  2. You have no fear, no anxiety No fear, no anxiety.

    National Archives

  3. That's just human nature. We have fear, we fear what we

    CDC

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