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How to pronounce pretender

“pretender” pronunciation in British English

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“pretender” in real sentences

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  1. It's The young pretender.

    Taskmaster

  2. being called “the great pretender”.

    The Scottish Parliament

  3. for yourselves great Survivor or great Pretender

    60 Minutes Australia

  4. the greatest pretender ♪ ♪ So just keep pretending ♪ ♪ Just keep pretending ♪ ♪

    The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

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