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How to pronounce pimpernel

“pimpernel” pronunciation in British English

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“pimpernel” in real sentences

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  1. I'm not the Scarlet Pimpernel.

    Taskmaster

  2. <i>The Scarlet Pimpernel.</i> I came downstairs, there were the gifts.

    The Moth

  3. watch classics like the "Scarlet Pimpernel," "Poldark," "War and Peace," you know, for some good like

    Morgan Donner

  4. known as the tiny Pimpernel I just thought the tiny pimping Huck she's the best one

    UK Parliament

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