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How to pronounce pumpernickel

“pumpernickel” pronunciation in American English

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“pumpernickel” in real sentences

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  1. Someone set a pumpernickel on the deck.

    Taskmaster

  2. Is there a pumpernickel bagel in there?

    CrashCourse

  3. a you know, a pumpernickel sandwich in Astoria.

    The 92nd Street Y

  4. [laughs and groans] Thank goodness I was not eating a pumpernickel loaf.

    WIRED

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