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How to pronounce forbidden in British English
“forbidden” pronunciation by British speakers
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“forbidden” in real sentences — British speakers
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It is forbidden to advertise ice cream and sugar candies.
The Scottish Parliament
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Even any thoughts of controlling the benefits bill are totally forbidden— Sure.
The Scottish Parliament
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not see it that way people who suffered terribly people who were forbidden from meeting loved
UK Parliament
Why real speech
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