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How to pronounce fortunes in British English
“fortunes” pronunciation by British speakers
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“fortunes” in real sentences — British speakers
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would hit Britain's economic fortunes hard.
UK Parliament
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like—in fiscal fortunes is 13.8 per cent.
The Scottish Parliament
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which make fortunes from peddling their drugs on Scotland’s streets.
The Scottish Parliament
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