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How to pronounce privates in American English
“privates” pronunciation by American speakers
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“privates” in real sentences — American speakers
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They are generals buried beside privates they led.
The Obama White House
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of the Russian mows at the last Olympics in Tokyo were won by privates surgeons incense
Voice of America
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Privates serving at that time period, as well as the company officers and the commissioned officer.
US National Archives
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