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How to pronounce hurdles in American English
“hurdles” pronunciation by American speakers
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“hurdles” in real sentences — American speakers
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So I really -- I think all of these hurdles are real hurdles.
CDC
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number of these logistical hurdles and security hurdles would be a ceasefire.
State Department
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- There's lots of hurdles.
Smithsonian Air & Space
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