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How to pronounce makings in American English

“makings” pronunciation by American speakers

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  1. or the tractability of using rule makings FTC rule makings to advance or codify

    FTC

  2. Our Division, has also defended numerous administrative rule makings.

    Dept of Justice

  3. people also i work on a lot of role makings

    The Obama White House

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