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How to pronounce hicks in American English

“hicks” pronunciation by American speakers

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“hicks” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. investigator in charge or iic Mr Ralph Hicks spelled Hi C KS and Mr Hicks is

    NTSB

  2. Lawndale, Ronica Hicks, pictured here on the left.

    CDC

  3. >> The Press: I know what they said, but Greg Hicks is -- >> Mr.

    The Obama White House

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