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How to pronounce mines in American English

“mines” pronunciation by American speakers

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“mines” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. at metal mines, quarries, aggregate mines, and other mining sites, including underground work in mines, work

    Dept of Labor

  2. I mentioned uranium mines.

    The Obama White House

  3. There's two active mines.

    US Forest Service

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