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How to pronounce rotunda in American English

“rotunda” pronunciation by American speakers

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“rotunda” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. all around us in the rotunda.

    US National Archives

  2. ROTUNDA WHERE THE CHARTERS OF FREEDOM DOCUMENTS ARE.

    National Archives

  3. rotunda outside my office, where these words are inscribed:

    Dept of Justice

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