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How to pronounce lets in British English

“lets” pronunciation by British speakers

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“lets” in real sentences — British speakers

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  1. converted their studying into holiday lets specifically for holiday lets.

    The Scottish Parliament

  2. harmful short-term lets legislation.

    The Scottish Parliament

  3. And she never lets go of that.

    UK Parliament

Words that sound like “lets”

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