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How to pronounce looking in American English

“looking” pronunciation by American speakers

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“looking” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. looking at the same evidence that they are looking at?

    State Department

  2. are looking at. You're also looking at labor force participation

    Federal Reserve

  3. Because we're looking at obesity. We're looking at mental health, AODA.

    The Obama White House

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