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How to pronounce joking in British English

“joking” pronunciation by British speakers

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“joking” in real sentences — British speakers

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  1. clinical director joking about “winging it”.

    The Scottish Parliament

  2. He added, in brackets, that he was “not joking”.

    The Scottish Parliament

  3. Joking apart, that is the real problem, which is why we have asked.

    UK Parliament

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