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How to pronounce ideals in American English

“ideals” pronunciation by American speakers

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  1. It also means that the Sikh ideals are very similar to American ideals, American Ideals being

    Dept of Justice

  2. these ideals are universal.

    The Obama White House

  3. to live up to its ideals.

    National Archives

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