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How to pronounce scratches in American English
“scratches” pronunciation by American speakers
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“scratches” in real sentences — American speakers
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scratches or gouges on aircraft surfaces.
NTSB
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She denied any bites or scratches.
CDC
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And those scratches didn't get put on by Bill in space.
Smithsonian Air & Space
Words that sound like “scratches”
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