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How to pronounce punishable in American English
“punishable” pronunciation by American speakers
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important, being willing to commit a crime punishable in the U.S.
Dept of Justice
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punishable by death in Pakistan and even an unfounded accusation can incite mob violence I was
Voice of America
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The law provides that it is a federal criminal offense punishable by up to 20 years
State Department
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