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How to pronounce insipid

“insipid” pronunciation in British English

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“insipid” in real sentences

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  1. Britain’s growth remains insipid.

    The Scottish Parliament

  2. the insipid consumption of superfluous time.

    The Royal Institution

  3. This is you know, there is nothing insipid about this.

    Intelligence Squared

  4. be stern, grave, humorless, and ever more akin to that of an insipid elderly uncle.

    The School of Life

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