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How to pronounce oval in American English
“oval” pronunciation by American speakers
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“oval” in real sentences — American speakers
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outlined by the dotted oval, the red oval.
CDC
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the Oval Office with suggestions.
The Obama White House
Words that sound like “oval”
Words one sound away from oval — the pairs that are easy to mix up. Listen to them back to back.
Why real speech
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