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How to pronounce sack in British English

“sack” pronunciation by British speakers

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“sack” in real sentences — British speakers

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  1. can sack an office holder.

    The Scottish Parliament

  2. truth, they get the sack.

    The Scottish Parliament

  3. time for the prime minister to sack the treasury to sack the chancellor and to put

    UK Parliament

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