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How to pronounce hinge in British English

“hinge” pronunciation by British speakers

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“hinge” in real sentences — British speakers

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  1. The order books of the supply chain firms absolutely hinge on oil and gas projects.

    The Scottish Parliament

  2. the UK government in in RBS for example that I think does hinge very heavily on

    UK Parliament

Words that sound like “hinge”

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