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How to pronounce jaws in American English

“jaws” pronunciation by American speakers

Listen to jaws the way American speakers say it — in real sentences from public video clips that play here, on YouTongue.

“jaws” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. sea fisherman watching jaws

    NASA

  2. And their jaws dropped, you know.

    National Archives

  3. It's just astounding, the jaws drop.

    Smithsonian Air & Space

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