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How to pronounce samples in British English
“samples” pronunciation by British speakers
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“samples” in real sentences — British speakers
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forensic samples submitted.
The Scottish Parliament
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deal to take soil samples.
The Scottish Parliament
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painstakingly taken paint samples and discovered the colour.
UK Parliament
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