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How to pronounce hoping in American English

“hoping” pronunciation by American speakers

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“hoping” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. system still works; hoping maybe the letter gets there; hoping that I'll listen; hoping

    The Obama White House

  2. I'm hoping it will be my first but not last flight and I'm hoping

    NASA

  3. in hoping to contain the fire.

    NTSB

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