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How to pronounce kids in American English

“kids” pronunciation by American speakers

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“kids” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. And what you realize is everywhere, kids are -- kids are kids.

    The Obama White House

  2. You see that kids can love each other you see that kids are all kids having

    Dept of Justice

  3. would die, leave it to the kids. The kids would have a big estate

    The White House

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