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How to pronounce pernicious in British English
“pernicious” pronunciation by British speakers
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these very pernicious issues.
The Scottish Parliament
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beyond the all-invasive, indeed pernicious, internal markets act.
The Scottish Parliament
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These are some of the most pernicious, harmful types of offending in society.
UK Parliament
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