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How to pronounce license in American English

“license” pronunciation by American speakers

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“license” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. And license is a long-term license.

    The Obama White House

  2. Third, the person using the license must utilize Open General License number one as the license

    Census Bureau

  3. The general license is a general license rather than a specific license, meaning that it’s also

    State Department

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