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How to pronounce govern in American English

“govern” pronunciation by American speakers

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“govern” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. responsibility to govern.

    The Obama White House

  2. govern this technology — not the other way around, having it govern us.

    State Department

  3. THEY GOVERN OUR OWN UNIVERSE.

    NIH

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