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How to pronounce mission in American English

“mission” pronunciation by American speakers

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“mission” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. and discovery mission, not an operational mission.

    NASA

  2. one mission and one mission only, and that is in partnership for the counter-ISIS mission.

    State Department

  3. to design the mission and help us prepare for the mission.

    Smithsonian Air & Space

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