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How to pronounce petitioning in American English

“petitioning” pronunciation by American speakers

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“petitioning” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. firms that were petitioning for a particular wage increase.

    Census Bureau

  2. In 1804 Thomas Bassett, the younger brother, is petitioning the U.S.

    National Archives

  3. More citizens are petitioning their governments online, and more citizens are participating directly in policymaking.

    The Obama White House

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