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How to pronounce helpfully in American English
“helpfully” pronunciation by American speakers
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“helpfully” in real sentences — American speakers
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Earnest: I only saw it because you helpfully retweeted it.
The Obama White House
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one year and it helpfully indicates Nancy Jane formerly belonged to Barry White.
National Archives
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One participant, helpfully, said they really would need another Tealbook for each alternative scenario.
Federal Reserve
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