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How to pronounce machines in British English
“machines” pronunciation by British speakers
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“machines” in real sentences — British speakers
413 clips in the index. Clips come from public YouTube videos — parliaments, government agencies and independent channels.
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have machines making decisions.
The Scottish Parliament
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the reverse vending machines to accept glass.
The Scottish Parliament
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B, fuel duties accepted machines motion number 44.
UK Parliament
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