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How to pronounce lifeboats in American English
“lifeboats” pronunciation by American speakers
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“lifeboats” in real sentences — American speakers
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There were not enough lifeboats on board.
FAA
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rescue folks in lifeboats, uh oil spills.
Smithsonian Air & Space
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the lifeboats as they approach the Carpathia.
National Archives
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