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How to pronounce motion in American English

“motion” pronunciation by American speakers

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“motion” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. speak motion motion copy motion on these two sides clear on

    NASA

  2. motion on the table and an amendment to the motion.

    CDC

  3. simpler – how do we translate rotational motion into linear motion.

    NSF

Words that sound like “motion”

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