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How to pronounce schools in American English

“schools” pronunciation by American speakers

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“schools” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. not just high schools but junior high schools and elementary schools.

    Dept of Justice

  2. schools through re-designing high schools, through school improvement grants and investments in charter schools.

    The Obama White House

  3. from using the money for parochial schools, religious schools.

    State Department

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