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How to pronounce petroleum in British English

“petroleum” pronunciation by British speakers

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“petroleum” in real sentences — British speakers

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  1. you were zero petroleum was it zero >> we still are zero petroleum but we tend

    The Scottish Parliament

  2. to need petroleum for our household products, beauty products, medicines, clothing, construction, furniture, electronics, agricultural

    The Scottish Parliament

  3. 10% and I am effectively abolishing petroleum revenue tax too, backing this key Scottish industry and

    UK Parliament

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