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How to pronounce persuasive in British English
“persuasive” pronunciation by British speakers
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“persuasive” in real sentences — British speakers
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removed and will not be persuasive.
The Scottish Parliament
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But that process of analysis started and the arguments were persuasive.
UK Parliament
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