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How to pronounce sapphires
“sapphires” pronunciation in American and British English
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“sapphires” in real sentences
41 clips in the index · 3 American · 1 British. Clips come from public YouTube videos — parliaments, government agencies and independent channels.
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I recall two big Tell sapphires, a 25 karat and a 22 karat round faceted sapphires.
60 Minutes
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again there's sapphires okay sorry yeah
Chicken Shop Date
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jewels, gems, pearls, rubies, sapphires, and beautiful gold inlay.
ABC News In-depth
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piece that we found is a bracelet, again with sapphires and diamonds.
USGS
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