How to pronounce operates in American English
“operates” pronunciation by American speakers
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“operates” in real sentences — American speakers
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law enforcement operates.
The Obama White House
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operates additional systems.
GAO
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countries in which it operates.
Federal Reserve
Words that sound like “operates”
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Other forms of “operates”
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