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How to pronounce optic in American English
“optic” pronunciation by American speakers
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“optic” in real sentences — American speakers
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energy to fiber optic cables.
State Department
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optic cables made of glass.
NIST
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Evidence of that optic nerve or that the optic chiasm has been impacted by the adenoma.
FAA
Words that sound like “optic”
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