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How to pronounce invocation in American English

“invocation” pronunciation by American speakers

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“invocation” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. The first is the TIARR, the invocation of the Rio Treaty.

    State Department

  2. Thank you Darren for the invocation to get us started off,

    Dept of Justice

  3. He has -- I think he gave the invocation at President George W.

    The Obama White House

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