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How to pronounce hurdle in American English

“hurdle” pronunciation by American speakers

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“hurdle” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. faced with hurdle after hurdle after hurdle.

    Dept of Justice

  2. significant hurdle last night.

    The Obama White House

  3. What is the hurdle rate there?

    Federal Reserve

Words that sound like “hurdle”

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