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How to pronounce pirates in American English
“pirates” pronunciation by American speakers
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“pirates” in real sentences — American speakers
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-- was attacked by pirates.
The Obama White House
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These pirates of the Caribbean captured Dombey and held him for ransom.
NIST
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missile fired by houti rebels to rescuing vessels hijacked by Pirates Indian Navy warships have been
Voice of America
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Why real speech
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