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How to pronounce oil in American English

“oil” pronunciation by American speakers

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  1. in international oil markets or international oil supply rather.

    The Obama White House

  2. oil - the price of oil was also tanking at the time.

    Census Bureau

  3. companies, oil companies, that are working in Kurdistan region oil sector.

    State Department

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