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How to pronounce forefathers in American English
“forefathers” pronunciation by American speakers
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“forefathers” in real sentences — American speakers
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Our forefathers won the revolution.
USDA
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And our forefathers in this country understood that.
The White House
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We at the State Department follow in the footsteps of our forefathers.
State Department
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