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How to pronounce needless in American English
“needless” pronunciation by American speakers
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“needless” in real sentences — American speakers
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horrible horrible needless tragedy
NTSB
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needless harm to the economy.
The Obama White House
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Needless to say, that never happened.
NASA
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