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How to pronounce scouring in American English

“scouring” pronunciation by American speakers

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“scouring” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. And we are scouring everyone for investigative and intelligence leads.

    Dept of Justice

  2. scouring the streets to bring in unsheltered migrants out of the

    Voice of America

  3. scouring and collecting of evidence that should follow any international incident

    The Obama White House

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