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How to pronounce glacial in British English
“glacial” pronunciation by British speakers
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“glacial” in real sentences — British speakers
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glacial pace of progress.
The Scottish Parliament
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Right now, that process is glacial.
The Scottish Parliament
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So initially we saw progress albeit glacial progress.
UK Parliament
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