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How to pronounce fumes in British English

“fumes” pronunciation by British speakers

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“fumes” in real sentences — British speakers

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  1. of the fumes and particulates affecting my lungs.

    The Scottish Parliament

  2. that school, be that danger from the vehicles themselves, traffic fumes or whatever.

    The Scottish Parliament

  3. illegal, with diesel fumes contributing to 800 deaths a week—that is 40,000 a

    UK Parliament

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