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How to pronounce lack in American English

“lack” pronunciation by American speakers

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  1. Is it lack of message? Is it lack of contact, lack of

    The Obama White House

  2. to a lack of access or a lack of capacity.

    State Department

  3. They have lack of supplies, which I mentioned, and lack of communication.

    CDC

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