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How to pronounce rip in American English

“rip” pronunciation by American speakers

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  1. rip for more information on rip currents go to the following sites

    NOAA

  2. like a parachute we have rip stop and so if there is a tear the rip

    NASA

  3. It's right there-- RIP Pluto.

    Smithsonian Air & Space

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