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How to pronounce livelihood in American English

“livelihood” pronunciation by American speakers

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“livelihood” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. their jobs, their livelihood?

    The Obama White House

  2. um promote stability security and then also develop a livelihood a better livelihood so

    USGS

  3. livelihood and, um, living in Arizona.

    US Fish & Wildlife Service

Words that sound like “livelihood”

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