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How to pronounce ornaments in American English
“ornaments” pronunciation by American speakers
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“ornaments” in real sentences — American speakers
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warehouse picking out ornaments.
The Obama White House
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Nevadans made 23,000 ornaments to decorate Silver Belle.
US Forest Service
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Inside, it is decorated with 18th century style ornaments, as well.
Smithsonian Air & Space
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Why real speech
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