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How to pronounce parched

“parched” pronunciation in American, British and Australian English

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“parched” in real sentences

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  1. And parched parched areas of farmland and industrial land there.

    Sky News

  2. Actually, feeling a bit parched.

    The Royal Institution

  3. I am also feeling quite parched.

    Jubilee

  4. The message behind "Parched" is absolutely wonderful, because the message behind "Parched" is that women's empowerment

    Talks at Google

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