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How to pronounce purse in British English

“purse” pronunciation by British speakers

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  1. to be coming into the Scottish purse actually reaches the Scottish purse.

    The Scottish Parliament

  2. purse allowance from 2028.

    UK Parliament

  3. demanding on the public purse.

    The Scottish Parliament

Words that sound like “purse”

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