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How to pronounce occasional in American English
“occasional” pronunciation by American speakers
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“occasional” in real sentences — American speakers
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Only Occasional occasionally.
Dept of Justice
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-- have the occasional libation.
The Obama White House
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occasional changes could be warranted.
Federal Reserve
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