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How to pronounce poignant in American English
“poignant” pronunciation by American speakers
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“poignant” in real sentences — American speakers
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The Press: Pointed, poignant?
The Obama White House
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I thought it was quite poignant.
State Department
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John Markman: Poignant and lucid in so many ways.
NIH
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