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How to pronounce gloomy in American English

“gloomy” pronunciation by American speakers

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“gloomy” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. on this rather gloomy September day.

    National Archives

  2. morning after several days of gloomy cloudy weather like this.

    USGS

  3. wider IMF report today, but they're also quite gloomy about the global economy.

    The Obama White House

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