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How to pronounce seconds in American English

“seconds” pronunciation by American speakers

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“seconds” in real sentences — American speakers

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  1. seconds and 8 seconds before impact.

    NTSB

  2. flow stops after 30 seconds plus or minus five seconds.

    NIST

  3. seconds all parameter are

    NASA

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