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How to pronounce limes

“limes” pronunciation in Australian, American and British English

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“limes” in real sentences

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  1. different reasons often by women limes are prominent rather than limes are prominent rather than lemons

    British Library

  2. limes um you know um limes disease surveillance program in Scotland but supplementarying that with with

    The Scottish Parliament

  3. Get some limes in there fast.

    The Late Show with Stephen Colbert

  4. >> like little limes that are bowls.

    Team Coco

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