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How to pronounce overtook in American English

“overtook” pronunciation by American speakers

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“overtook” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. And it was -- it kind of overtook me after a while.

    The Obama White House

  2. the pandemic overtook our best laid plans but what a remarkable day of thoughtful Dialogue on

    Federal Reserve

  3. wider picture of advertising as of last year digital advertising overtook television to be the top

    FTC

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