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How to pronounce pessimism in British English
“pessimism” pronunciation by British speakers
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“pessimism” in real sentences — British speakers
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McHarg's pessimism was misplaced.
The Scottish Parliament
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Surely he cannot condone the Welsh Secretary’s off-message pessimism.
UK Parliament
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