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How to pronounce rub in American English

“rub” pronunciation by American speakers

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“rub” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. I prefer the Bobbly Flay Chicken Rub, the 16 herb chicken rub.

    The Obama White House

  2. And therein lies the rub.

    State Department

  3. so that if you rub if you rub the snake towards the tail it feels very

    NSF

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