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How to pronounce nerds in American English

“nerds” pronunciation by American speakers

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“nerds” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. This is the stuff nerds dream of.

    NASA

  2. and sectors at GAO and the cyber nerds within my team.

    GAO

  3. There aren't that many of us wood anatomy nerds out there.

    US Forest Service

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