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How to pronounce pierced in American English

“pierced” pronunciation by American speakers

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“pierced” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. and that just kind of pierced my heart.

    The Obama White House

  2. A continuous air-moisture barrier that heals itself when pierced ...

    NIST

  3. female astronauts that have been up here the ladies that have had pierced ears and that

    NASA

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