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How to pronounce hesitating in American English

“hesitating” pronunciation by American speakers

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“hesitating” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. I did it without hesitating.

    Federal Reserve

  2. What are they – why are they hesitating?

    State Department

  3. >> I'm hesitating about making an amendment.

    CDC

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