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How to pronounce punishes in British English
“punishes” pronunciation by British speakers
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“punishes” in real sentences — British speakers
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It punishes poorer households.
The Scottish Parliament
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that punishes ambition and enterprise.
The Scottish Parliament
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take place with inflation and a welfare cap that punishes people for their circumstances and a
UK Parliament
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