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How to pronounce pursuit in American English

“pursuit” pronunciation by American speakers

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  1. And I hardly think that pursuit of equal rights, pursuit of comprehensive immigration reform, pursuit

    The Obama White House

  2. pursuit of meaningful impacts.

    CDC

  3. pursuit of those responsible.

    Dept of Justice

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